London (AQA GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What type of poet was William Blake?
What type of poet was William Blake?
Romantic
Which historical period does 'London' focus on?
Which historical period does 'London' focus on?
The Industrial Revolution
What are the two main themes Blake explores in 'London'?
What are the two main themes Blake explores in 'London'?
Oppression and corruption
What literary device is used in 'In every cry of every Man'?
What literary device is used in 'In every cry of every Man'?
Repetition
What does repeating 'every' emphasise in the poem?
What does repeating 'every' emphasise in the poem?
Universality of suffering
What do 'mind-forged manacles' represent?
What do 'mind-forged manacles' represent?
Psychological chains
What does 'Every black'ning Church appalls' criticise?
What does 'Every black'ning Church appalls' criticise?
Moral corruption of religious institutions
What does blood running down Palace walls symbolise?
What does blood running down Palace walls symbolise?
Sacrifices made by soldiers
Which device juxtaposes life and death in the final stanza?
Which device juxtaposes life and death in the final stanza?
Juxtaposition
What does 'Marriage hearse' symbolise?
What does 'Marriage hearse' symbolise?
Death of happiness and hope
What is the rhyme scheme of 'London'?
What is the rhyme scheme of 'London'?
ABAB
How does the poem's form contrast with its content?
How does the poem's form contrast with its content?
Order contrasts with chaotic content