Kathleen Jamie (Scottish Highers English): Flashcards
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Where do ospreys migrate from in 'Ospreys'?
Where do ospreys migrate from in 'Ospreys'?
Senegal to River Tay, Scotland
Tone used in 'Ospreys'
Tone used in 'Ospreys'
Informal, conversational with direct address to birds
What sonnet sequence is 'Ospreys' part of?
What sonnet sequence is 'Ospreys' part of?
Five Tay Sonnets
Meaning of 'teuchit storm' in 'Ospreys'
Meaning of 'teuchit storm' in 'Ospreys'
Scots term for late winter harsh weather
Why is 'Ospreys' an imperfect sonnet?
Why is 'Ospreys' an imperfect sonnet?
Appears to have 15 lines rather than traditional 14
Dual meaning of 'beating' in 'Ospreys'
Dual meaning of 'beating' in 'Ospreys'
Physical wing action + violent struggle against forces
What is a 'teind' in 'Ospreys'?
What is a 'teind' in 'Ospreys'?
A tithe - rightful share the birds are entitled to claim
Meaning of Scots word 'redd' in 'Ospreys'
Meaning of Scots word 'redd' in 'Ospreys'
To tidy or clear up
Theme of resilience in 'Ospreys'
Theme of resilience in 'Ospreys'
Birds and locals endure harsh conditions without complaint
'Gale-battered, winter-worn' technique in 'Ospreys'
'Gale-battered, winter-worn' technique in 'Ospreys'
Compound adjectives using onomatopoeia and alliteration