Felix Randal (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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What type of poem is 'Felix Randal'?
What type of poem is 'Felix Randal'?
A Petrarchan sonnet
What is an elegy?
What is an elegy?
A poem mourning someone who has died
What was Felix Randal's occupation?
What was Felix Randal's occupation?
Farrier (horseshoe maker)
Who is the speaker in the poem?
Who is the speaker in the poem?
A priest who cared for Felix
What do the 'Fatal four disorders' refer to?
What do the 'Fatal four disorders' refer to?
Old medical theory of four bodily fluids
How did Felix initially react to his illness?
How did Felix initially react to his illness?
He cursed and became impatient
What Catholic sacrament did the priest give Felix?
What Catholic sacrament did the priest give Felix?
Anointing of the Sick (Extreme Unction)
How did anointing affect Felix?
How did anointing affect Felix?
He mended spiritually/emotionally
Why does Hopkins use archaic pronouns like 'thee' and 'thy'?
Why does Hopkins use archaic pronouns like 'thee' and 'thy'?
To add intimacy and tenderness
What does 'fettle' mean in the poem?
What does 'fettle' mean in the poem?
To make or repair
What is a drayhorse?
What is a drayhorse?
A large, strong horse for pulling loads
Why does the poem end with Felix in his prime rather than his death?
Why does the poem end with Felix in his prime rather than his death?
To celebrate his vitality, not dwell on death