5 Questions
What does the crow symbolize in 'Crow’s Fall' by Ted Hughes?
Orthodox Christianity and humanism
What made the crow temporarily blind in the poem?
Envy of the sun's radiance
What event led to the crow's downfall according to the poem?
Flying close to the sun to defeat it
What was the color of the crow's feathers before its downfall?
White
What effect does the story of the crow illustrate in 'Crow’s Fall'?
The effect of transgressing one’s limits
Study Notes
Symbolism of the Crow in 'Crow's Fall'
- The crow symbolizes pride and vanity in the poem.
The Crow's Blindness
- The crow's temporary blindness was caused by its own pride and vanity.
The Crow's Downfall
- The crow's downfall was a result of its pride and ambition, which led to its overreaching and subsequent fall.
The Crow's Feathers
- Before its downfall, the crow's feathers were white, symbolizing its purity and innocence.
The Story's Illustration
- The story of the crow illustrates the dangers of unchecked pride and ambition, and how it can lead to one's downfall.
Test your understanding of Ted Hughes' "Crow's Fall" with this quiz. Explore the symbolism of the crow and its connection to religious and humanistic themes within the poem.
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