DOL Collab: Wild Orchard

Front

What is the central theme of the poem?

Back

The process of transformation in nature.

Front

Which line best supports the theme of transformation in nature?

Back

The apple trees/are laden down with fruit. (lines 15-16)

Front

What effect does beginning a new stanza in line 21 have?

Back

It focuses the readers’ attention on a vivid image.

Front

What does the line break between lines 12 and 13 emphasize?

Back

The scene is calm, awaiting change.

Front

What literary device is used in lines 30 through 32 to create a sense of contrast?

Back

Personification.

Front

Define 'personification'.

Back

A literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

Front

What is the significance of imagery in poetry?

Back

Imagery creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind, enhancing emotional connection.

Front

How does a line break affect the rhythm of a poem?

Back

It can create pauses, emphasize certain words, or change the pace of reading.

Front

What is the role of a stanza in a poem?

Back

A stanza groups lines together, often sharing a common theme or idea.

Front

Explain the concept of 'theme' in literature.

Back

The underlying message or main idea conveyed in a literary work.