Swimming (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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Where is Degna Stone originally from?
Where is Degna Stone originally from?
The Midlands
Which literary magazine did Degna Stone co-found?
Which literary magazine did Degna Stone co-found?
Butcher's Dog
Which award did Stone receive in 2015?
Which award did Stone receive in 2015?
Northern Writers' Award
Which publisher released 'Proof of Life on Earth'?
Which publisher released 'Proof of Life on Earth'?
Nine Arches Press
What main theme does Stone's collection centre around?
What main theme does Stone's collection centre around?
Lived, physical experience
What does the theme of embodiment focus on?
What does the theme of embodiment focus on?
Awareness of physical body in water
How is resilience characterised in 'Swimming'?
How is resilience characterised in 'Swimming'?
Quiet persistence in each stroke
What tension does 'control versus surrender' explore?
What tension does 'control versus surrender' explore?
Controlling movement vs trusting water
What characterises Stone's language style?
What characterises Stone's language style?
Plain, precise language
What effect does enjambment create in 'Swimming'?
What effect does enjambment create in 'Swimming'?
Natural flow mirroring swimming
How is Stone's tone best described?
How is Stone's tone best described?
Measured and clear-eyed
In exam paragraphs, how long should evidence quotes be?
In exam paragraphs, how long should evidence quotes be?
4-8 words