Imagery (Junior Cert English): Quizzes
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What does the phrase 'glossy purple clot' describe?
What does the phrase 'glossy purple clot' describe?
The first ripe blackberry
What does the 'glossy purple clot' symbolise?
What does the 'glossy purple clot' symbolise?
The height of youth & promise of enjoyment
How is the blackberry portrayed in the 'glossy purple clot' image?
How is the blackberry portrayed in the 'glossy purple clot' image?
As valuable & brimming with potential
What quality does the word 'clot' hint at?
What quality does the word 'clot' hint at?
A juicy, almost blood-like quality
What does 'glossy purple clot' encapsulate about youth?
What does 'glossy purple clot' encapsulate about youth?
Youth's initial excitement & innocence
What aspects of early experiences does the blackberry image highlight?
What aspects of early experiences does the blackberry image highlight?
The allure and sweetness
What does the 'rat-grey fungus' symbolise?
What does the 'rat-grey fungus' symbolise?
Decay and disappointment
What sense do the grey colour and rat comparison create?
What sense do the grey colour and rat comparison create?
A sense of spoilage & unpleasantness
What does the fungus imagery contrast with?
What does the fungus imagery contrast with?
The initial joy of the harvest
What type of decay does the imagery highlight?
What type of decay does the imagery highlight?
Inevitable decay
What shift does the imagery reflect?
What shift does the imagery reflect?
From youthful innocence to disillusionment
What theme does the description of mouldy berries underscore?
What theme does the description of mouldy berries underscore?
The theme of impermanence