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The Eagle" by Alfred
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The Eagle" by Alfred

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What does the eagle do with the crag?

  • He ignores it
  • He holds it strongly (correct)
  • He avoids it
  • He flies around it
  • How is the sea described beneath the eagle?

  • Flat
  • Rough
  • Smooth
  • Wrinkled (correct)
  • Where does the eagle stand?

  • Close to the ocean in busy cities
  • Close to the moon in populated areas
  • Close to the sun in lonely lands (correct)
  • Close to the stars in crowded places
  • What does the eagle do before falling like a thunderbolt?

    <p>Watches from his mountain walls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of European ballads?

    <p>Domestic and warlike conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what form are European ballads usually presented?

    <p>Local metrical forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current status of European ballads?

    <p>They are still sung and enjoyed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Eagle

    • Perches on a crag
    • Stands on a mountain crag

    The Sea

    • Is described as beneath the eagle
    • Is calm, resembling a burnished shield

    European Ballads

    • Typically focus on romance, tragedy, and legend
    • Are usually presented in oral traditions, such as folk songs and stories
    • Are currently considered an important part of European cultural heritage

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    Test your understanding of Alfred, Lord Tennyson's poem "The Eagle" with this quiz. Analyze the imagery, symbolism, and themes present in the poem to demonstrate your knowledge of the poet's work.

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