War Poets of the First World War

A war that involves all aspects of society in the effort to win.

Poets who wrote about their experiences in World War I, capturing its realities.

A significant WWI battle in 1916 that resulted in massive British casualties.

A feeling of disappointment arising from the realization that something is not as good as one believed.

The miserable living conditions faced by soldiers in WWI trenches.

Different styles or methods used by poets to convey their messages.

A notable War Poet known for his patriotic verses before his views changed.

Beliefs advocating for social ownership and democratic control of resources.

A poet known for his realistic portrayals of trench warfare in WWI, which shifted his writing style to a more personal voice.

Combat that takes place from deep trenches, characterized by high casualties and harsh living conditions.

A poem by Owen depicting the brutal realities of war, contradicting the notion of glory in dying for one's country.

Owen's later poems focus on the brutality of war, human suffering, and the psychological aftermath of conflict.

A fellow poet who encouraged Owen to write in a colloquial style and innovate with his poetry techniques.

Owen experimented with half-rhymes, alliteration, and other sound devices within traditional forms to convey his messages.

A central theme in Owen's poetry emphasizing the suffering and sorrow of soldiers rather than glory and honor.

The use of everyday language and expressions in Owen's poems to make the experiences of the soldier relatable and vivid.

A literary style that exposes the harsh realities of war, contrasting glorified depictions.

A journalist whose patriotic poems encouraged enthusiasm for WWI, criticized by Owen.

The removal of the original dedication aimed to warn future generations about war's horrors.

Protective gear used by soldiers during gas attacks, vital for survival.

A chemical weapon causing severe injuries and death by internal damage and suffocation.

Vivid and graphic descriptions that evoke strong emotions about the soldier's plight.

A movement rejecting traditional beliefs, influenced by the disillusionment of the World Wars.

Influence from the Victorian era that laid groundwork for changes in perception of reality.

Darwin's theory that species evolve through natural selection over time.

The process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and reproduce.

A proclamation of the decline of religion as a moral guide.

Marx's view that religion is a tool for social control that placates the working class.

The feeling of being disconnected from one’s true self in modern society.

The part of the mind that influences thoughts and behaviors without conscious awareness.

Freud's method to access the unconscious by analyzing dreams.

Freud's analogy highlighting that most of the mind's workings are below conscious awareness.

A type of poem that emphasizes clarity of image and precise language, exemplified by Pound’s 'In a Station of the Metro.'

An art movement founded by Pound and Lewis that emphasized dynamism, speed, and visual violence.

A portrayal of war that emphasizes heroism and honor, often seen in early WWI poetry.

A literary movement exploring man’s role in a world losing religious and ethical certainties.

Poetry that highlights the horrors of war, often criticized for its bleak outlook.

Use of everyday language in poetry, often found in war poetry for greater realism.

Restrictions on war poetry to control the perception of military conflict.

A medal awarded to Owen for bravery in battle.

An early influence on Owen's poetry focusing on emotion and nature.

A psychological condition caused by the trauma of warfare.

Owen's poems were published after his death in 1920.