Rathlin (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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Author of 'Rathlin Island'
Author of 'Rathlin Island'
Derek Mahon
Location of Rathlin Island
Location of Rathlin Island
Off coast of Northern Ireland
Historical event referenced in poem
Historical event referenced in poem
Massacre on Rathlin Island
Current state of Rathlin Island in poem
Current state of Rathlin Island in poem
Sanctuary where wildlife thrives
Meaning of 'oneiric species'
Meaning of 'oneiric species'
Dream-like creatures
Main theme: persistence of...
Main theme: persistence of...
History & its impact on present
Theme: nature's ability to...
Theme: nature's ability to...
Reclaim & heal spaces marred by violence
Theme shown in final lines
Theme shown in final lines
Uncertainty of the future
Personification example in poem
Personification example in poem
Bombs doze in housing estates
Historical figure who heard screams
Historical figure who heard screams
Somhairle Buí (Sorley Boy)
What 'lone light' symbolises
What 'lone light' symbolises
Hope, guidance & continuity
Stylistic device: 'A long time since...'
Stylistic device: 'A long time since...'
Repetition
Opening imagery of poem
Opening imagery of poem
Last scream cut short, unnatural silence
'Spray-blind' conveys what?
'Spray-blind' conveys what?
Lack of clarity & direction about future
Example of vivid description
Example of vivid description
Cerulean distance, oceanic haze