It is a Beauteous Evening, Calm and Free- William Wordsworth

Front

Describe the mood in the opening line of the poem.

Back

The mood in the opening line of the poem is peaceful, tranquil, and utterly quiet.

Front

What is the figure of speech in 'quiet as a nun'?

Back

simile

Front

How and why does the beginning of line 6 change the atmosphere?

Back

Listen is a command (verb) and the exclamation mark emphasizes it. The quiet and peaceful atmosphere is broken by this interjection/order.

Front

What is the purpose of the capital letter in 'Being' (line 6)?

Back

The speaker is referring to the sea, the capital letter links the sea to God, the almighty Being.

Front

What is the function of the dash in line 8?

Back

To create a pause and emphasize the word 'everlastingly'. God is immortal

Front

How does the tone of 'Dear child!' differ from 'Listen!'?

Back

The tone of 'Dear child!' is more affectionate and caring, while the tone of 'Listen!' is more commanding and authoritative.

Front

Figure of speech in 'Abraham's bosom'.

Back

metaphor

Front

How does the structure/form of the poem support its contents?

Back

The octave of this Petrarchan sonnet describes the breath-taking beauty of the scene. The sestet acts as a commentary of the speaker’s understanding of the spirituality of life in general.

Front

Explain the comparison used in the metaphor “Abraham’s bosom”.

Back

Just as a father holds his precious child close to protect and cherish him/her, the girl is unknowingly protected and cherished by Abraham as one of God's children.

Front

What are the romantic elements one can find in the poem "It Is a Beauteous Evening"?

Back

The Romantic elements in 'It Is a Beauteous Evening' include the use of the sonnet form, the connection between nature and humanity, the idea of nature as divine, and the innate piety of an innocent child.