Cavalier Poets of the 17th Century

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What common characteristic is associated with Cavalier poets?

Focus on political dissent

Use of epic storytelling

Emphasis on religious themes

Celebration of beauty and nature (correct)

Which Cavalier poet is known for being a member of King Charles I’s Privy Chamber?

Richard Lovelace

Robert Herrick

Thomas Carew (correct)

Sir John Suckling

Which of the following works was authored by Sir John Suckling?

A Session of the Poets (correct)

To Lucasta, Going to the Wars

To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time

Hesperides and Noble Numbers

What theme predominantly represents the philosophy behind Cavalier poetry?

Seizing the day Signup and view all the answers

Which Cavalier poet faced imprisonment by the Puritans during his lifetime?

Richard Lovelace Signup and view all the answers

Which work is NOT attributed to Robert Herrick?

A Rapture Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following traits characterizes the Cavalier poets' approach to their subject matter?

Elegance and wit Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following poets was not described as a courtier among the Cavalier poets?

Robert Herrick Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term 'Cavalier' in relation to these poets?

It refers to their loyalty to monarchy Signup and view all the answers

What is a central theme commonly found in Cavalier poetry?

Love and the pleasures of life Signup and view all the answers

Which poet is best known for writing about the experience of imprisonment?

Richard Lovelace Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following works is authored by Thomas Carew?

Coelum Britannicum Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Robert Herrick from other Cavalier poets?

His lack of courtier status Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following poets is correctly paired with one of their works?

Sir John Suckling - Aglaura Signup and view all the answers

What philosophy is emphasized by the Cavalier poets?

Seize the day (Carpe diem) Signup and view all the answers

What type of verse is most associated with Cavalier poets?

Lyrical and light Signup and view all the answers

Which work is NOT attributed to Sir John Suckling?

To Althea, from Prison Signup and view all the answers

Which theme is least likely to be found in Cavalier poetry?

The horrors of war Signup and view all the answers

Which poet wrote the poem 'To Lucasta, one going to the wars'?

Richard Lovelace Signup and view all the answers

Which theme is prominent in the poetry of Cavalier poets?

Carpe diem philosophy Signup and view all the answers

What sets Robert Herrick apart from the other Cavalier poets?

He was not a courtier Signup and view all the answers

Which Cavalier poet is known for his dramatic works?

Sir John Suckling Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the poetry of Cavalier poets during the English Civil War?

It celebrates loyalty and life's pleasures Signup and view all the answers

What is a recurring element in the works of most Cavalier poets?

Elegance and wit in expression Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following poets was imprisoned by Puritans?

Richard Lovelace Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of life do Cavalier poets frequently explore in their works?

The beauty of nature and love Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cavalier Poets

17th-century English poets associated with the court of King Charles I
Nicknamed "Cavalier" due to their loyalty to the monarchy during the English Civil War
Supported the king against the Parliamentarians
Poetry characterized by elegance, wit, focus on themes of love, loyalty, and the pleasures of life
Royalist poets of the English Civil War era
Produced light, lyrical verse
Celebrated beauty, nature, love, and the carpe diem philosophy

Major Cavalier Poets

Thomas Carew:
- Member of Charles' Privy Chamber
- Works include "An Elegy upon the Death of the Dean of Paul's," "Coelum Britannicum," and "A Rapture."
- A Rapture
- Coelum Britannicum
- An Elegy upon the Death of the Dean of Pauls (Dr. John Donne).
Sir John Suckling:
- Wrote brilliant plays like "Aglaura," "The Goblins," "Brennororalt" (or "The Discontented Colonel")
- Wrote poems like "A Session of the Poets," "A Ballad upon a Wedding," and "Why So Pale and Wan, Fond Lover?"
Richard Lovelace:
- Imprisoned by Puritans
- Wrote "To Althea, from Prison" during his first imprisonment
- Wrote "To Lucasta, one going to the wars" during his second imprisonment
Robert Herrick:
- Not a courtier, unlike other Cavalier poets
- Works include "Hesperides and Noble Numbers," "His Prayer to Ben Jonson," "Delight in Disorder"
- Most notably "To the Virgins, to make much of time"

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Explore the works and themes of the Cavalier Poets associated with King Charles I during the 17th century. This quiz covers key figures like Thomas Carew, Sir John Suckling, and Richard Lovelace, highlighting their lyrical poetry and royalist loyalties. Test your knowledge on their contributions to English literature!