10 Questions
What is the setting described in the text?
A field of clods towards a green hedge with rifle fire.
Describe the protagonist's physical appearance.
He is wearing raw-seamed hot khaki and is covered in sweat.
What is the protagonist carrying?
A rifle.
What is the protagonist's emotional state?
Bewildered and patriotic.
What does the protagonist witness while running?
A yellow hare rolling like a flame.
What is the main emotion conveyed in the text?
misery
What is the significance of the "merciless iced east winds"?
It symbolizes the harsh and brutal conditions of war.
Why do the sentries feel curious and nervous?
They are worried by the silence and lack of action.
What is the effect of the "mad gusts tugging on the wire"?
It creates a sense of tension and unease.
What is the meaning of the phrase "the poignant misery of dawn"?
It refers to the sadness and sorrow that comes with the beginning of a new day in war.
Test your knowledge of war poetry with this quiz! Dive into the vivid imagery and powerful emotions in this excerpt from a renowned war poem. Explore the themes of fear, patriotism, and confusion as you analyze the poet's words and try to understand the soldier's experience.
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