At the round earth’s imagined corners (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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What paradox in 'Batter My Heart' illustrates spiritual struggle?
What paradox in 'Batter My Heart' illustrates spiritual struggle?
The plea for violent intervention shows inner conflict.
What type of imagery is present in Donne's quatrain?
What type of imagery is present in Donne's quatrain?
Imagery depicting love's depth and infinity.
What do the heavenly trumpets symbolize?
What do the heavenly trumpets symbolize?
A clarion call of triumph over death.
What happens to souls on the Day of Judgment?
What happens to souls on the Day of Judgment?
They are judged for eternal life or eternal damnation.
What device does Donne use in the second quatrain?
What device does Donne use in the second quatrain?
He uses a 'list' to show multitudes triumphing over death.
What is needed to attain eternal life according to Donne?
What is needed to attain eternal life according to Donne?
A complete act of faith.
What is Donne's main fear regarding Judgment Day?
What is Donne's main fear regarding Judgment Day?
He fears he is spiritually unprepared for it.
What is Donne's perspective on repentance and doubt?
What is Donne's perspective on repentance and doubt?
He struggles with repentance and questions God's forgiveness.
What is the key structure of Donne's sonnet?
What is the key structure of Donne's sonnet?
Donne's sonnet features 14 lines: 12 plus a couplet.
What is the rhyming scheme of Donne's octet?
What is the rhyming scheme of Donne's octet?
The scheme is abba, abba.