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Percy Shelley was a ______ poet, active during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Romantic

The statue's head lies near its stone legs, with a haughty expression on its ______.

face

The engraving at the statue's base reads 'My name is Ozymandias, ______ of kings: look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair.'

king

'Ozymandias' is a ______, a form of love poetry originating in 13th-century Italy.

<p>sonnet</p> Signup and view all the answers

The poem's form (rhyme scheme) reflects its content by showing the transitory nature of ______.

<p>power</p> Signup and view all the answers

The poem can be interpreted as a commentary on human ______ and a criticism of King George III, monarch during Shelley's time.

<p>power</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ozymandias' self-proclaimed title 'King of kings' is reminiscent of the Biblical title given to ______, hinting at Shelley's criticism of religion.

<p>God</p> Signup and view all the answers

The statue once symbolized the power and grandeur of a vast empire, but now it's isolated and crumbled in the ______.

<p>desert</p> Signup and view all the answers

Shelley's poem criticizes monarchy and ______ through the character of Ozymandias, an Egyptian king.

<p>religion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the poem 'Ozymandias'?

<p>The enduring nature of power (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the engraving at the statue's base reveal about Ozymandias' character?

<p>His arrogance and pride (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the form (rhyme scheme) of the poem 'Ozymandias' relate to its content?

<p>It reflects the inadequacy of human achievements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the statue of Ozymandias represent in the poem?

<p>The folly of human ambition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Percy Shelley's background as a Romantic poet influence the theme of 'Ozymandias'?

<p>It critiques the imposition of control by monarchy and religion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Ozymandias' self-proclaimed title 'King of kings' in the poem?

<p>It hints at Shelley's criticism of religion and its association with power (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the statue of Ozymandias, an ancient Egyptian king, symbolize in the poem?

<p>The inevitability of decline and the transience of power (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the form (rhyme scheme) of the poem 'Ozymandias' relate to its content?

<p>It mirrors the transitory nature of power and the eventual downfall of mighty empires (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the poem 'Ozymandias'?

<p>The transitory nature of power and the inevitable decline of empires (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Percy Shelley's background as a Romantic poet influence the portrayal of Ozymandias in the poem?

<p>It critiques Ozymandias as a symbol of oppressive monarchy and arrogance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ozymandias' self-proclaimed title 'King of kings' suggest in relation to Percy Shelley's criticism of religion?

<p>It hints at Shelley's disapproval of religious figures assuming godlike authority (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the haughty expression on Ozymandias' face at the statue's base signify?

<p>An attitude of superiority and arrogance over others (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Romantic Poet

A poet of the Romantic period, typically characterized by an emotional and imaginative approach to writing, emphasizing intuition and subjectivity.

Ozymandias' face

The statue's facial expression, suggesting arrogance and superiority.

Ozymandias' title

His self-proclaimed title "King of kings" which evokes a similarity to Biblical figures.

Ozymandias' sonnet

'Ozymandias' is a sonnet which is a form of poetry.

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Ozymandias' power

The poem critiques the fleeting nature of power and the eventual decline of empires.

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Poem's form (rhyme scheme)

The structure of the poem, reflecting the transience of human achievements (especially power).

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Ozymandias' arrogant title

The title 'King of Kings' underscores the poet's critique of royal and religious power.

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Ozymandias' crumbled state

The statue's ruined condition in the desert represents the inevitable downfall of power.

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Ozymandias' main theme

The transitory nature of power and the eventual decline of empires.

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Ozymandias' character

The statue reveals that Ozymandias is arrogant and proud of his strength.

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Form and content

The poem's structure (rhyme and meter) mirrors the content and the themes presented.

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Statue's representation

The statue symbolizes human ambition and its ultimate failure.

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Romantic influence

Shelley's background as a Romantic poet influenced his criticism of oppressive power in the poem.

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Ozymandias' inscription

The inscription displays the king's arrogance, leading to a critique of his pride and ambition.

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Statue's symbolism

The statue represents a powerful but ultimately transient empire.

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Form's relation to content

The poem's structure mirrors the poem's portrayal of the ephemeral nature of power.

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Main theme (summary)

The poem emphasizes the impermanence of power and the decline of empires.

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Romantic influence (summary)

Romantic ideals influenced the poem's critique of oppressive power structures.

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Ozymandias' title's significance

The title 'King of Kings' hints at a critique of religious figures who claim divine authority.

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Haughty expression

A proud and superior facial expression on the statue, symbolizing the arrogance of the ruler.

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Study Notes

  • 'Ozymandias' is a poem by Percy Shelley, published in 1818.
  • The poem is about a traveler's encounter with a statue of Ozymandias, an ancient Egyptian king, in a desert.
  • The statue's head lies near its stone legs, with a haughty expression on its face.
  • The engraving at the statue's base reads 'My name is Ozymandias, king of kings: look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair.'
  • The statue once symbolized the power and grandeur of a vast empire, but now it's isolated and crumbled in the desert.
  • Percy Shelley was a Romantic poet, active during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
  • Romantic poets, including Shelley, disliked the imposed control of monarchy and religion.
  • Shelley's poem criticizes monarchy and religion through the character of Ozymandias, an Egyptian king.
  • The poem's overarching message is that power is transitory and changes over time.
  • 'Ozymandias' is a sonnet, a form of love poetry originating in 13th-century Italy.
  • The poem's form (rhyme scheme) reflects its content by showing the transitory nature of power.
  • The poem can be interpreted as a commentary on human power and a criticism of King George III, monarch during Shelley's time.
  • Ozymandias' self-proclaimed title 'King of kings' is reminiscent of the Biblical title given to God, hinting at Shelley's criticism of religion.
  • Comparable poems to 'Ozymandias' include 'Extract from The Prelude,' 'My Last Duchess,' 'Kamikaze,' and 'Tissue,' all dealing with misguided notions of human power.

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Test your knowledge of Percy Shelley's poem 'Ozymandias' with this quiz. Explore the themes, form, and historical context of the poem, as well as its relationship with Romantic poetry and criticism of monarchy and religion.

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