Extract from The Prelude (1850) (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What was Wordsworth's main focus as a Romantic poet?
What was Wordsworth's main focus as a Romantic poet?
Nature & individual's connection to it
What type of poem is 'The Prelude'?
What type of poem is 'The Prelude'?
Autobiographical epic poem
Which quote shows personification of nature as a guiding force?
Which quote shows personification of nature as a guiding force?
'One summer evening (led by her)'
Which quote creates serene imagery in the poem?
Which quote creates serene imagery in the poem?
'Small circles glittering idly in the moon'
What does the simile 'like a swan' suggest about the boat's movement?
What does the simile 'like a swan' suggest about the boat's movement?
Grace and ease
How is the peak described metaphorically?
How is the peak described metaphorically?
As a boundary & imposing figure
What effect does repetition of 'no' have in the poem?
What effect does repetition of 'no' have in the poem?
Emphasises loss of familiarity & comfort
What is blank verse?
What is blank verse?
Unrhymed iambic pentameter
What does enjambment create in 'The Prelude'?
What does enjambment create in 'The Prelude'?
Flowing, continuous movement
What does the poem contrast to show nature's impact?
What does the poem contrast to show nature's impact?
Serene & awe-inspiring images
What mood does the speaker have after the boat experience?
What mood does the speaker have after the boat experience?
Grave and serious
What lasting effect did the experience have on the speaker's mind?
What lasting effect did the experience have on the speaker's mind?
Dim sense of unknown modes of being