Civilian and Soldier" Poem Quiz

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What is the basic theme of Wole Soyinka's 'Civilian and Soldier'?

  • Love and romance
  • War (correct)
  • Nature and environment
  • Politics and governance

What does the civilian narrator imagine about the soldier in the poem?

  • The soldier's love for poetry
  • The soldier's brutality and conflicting feelings (correct)
  • The soldier's interest in art and culture
  • The soldier's peaceful nature

According to the review, what does the author believe about poetry?

  • It is irrelevant in modern society
  • It can have different interpretations (correct)
  • It can be prolix and monotonous
  • It has a single fixed meaning

What is the main challenge faced by the reviewer in choosing a poem for review?

<p>Choosing a particular poem from the abundance of African poems available (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the civilian's declaration in the poem 'Civilian and Soldier'?

<p>I am a civilian (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the review of 'Civilian and Soldier' by Wole Soyinka?

<p>The theme of war and its portrayal in the poem (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the review emphasize about poetry interpretation?

<p>Poetry can mean different things at different times and from different angles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the civilian narrator imagine about the soldier in the poem 'Civilian and Soldier'?

<p>The soldier's willingness to carry out the order of his superiors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basic theme of Wole Soyinka's 'Civilian and Soldier'?

<p>The brutality of soldiers towards civilians (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reviewer's opinion on the poetic image exemplified by Wole Soyinka?

<p>It represents the diversity of African poetry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Poem 'Civilian and Soldier' by Wole Soyinka

  • The basic theme of the poem is the contrast between the civilian and the soldier's perspectives.
  • The civilian narrator imagines the soldier as someone who is rigid, unyielding, and conditioned to obey orders.
  • The author, Wole Soyinka, believes that poetry should be a reflection of reality and not just a decorative art form.

Review of the Poem

  • The main challenge faced by the reviewer is selecting a poem that truly represents the poet's skill.
  • The reviewer emphasizes the importance of interpreting poetry in context, considering the poet's intention and the historical period.
  • The reviewer praises Wole Soyinka's poetic image as a powerful representation of reality.

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