To Lucasta and The Charge of the Light Brigade

In “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars”, what argument does the speaker present to justify going to war?

• a. He says he must fight to protect his country.

• b. He says he is bored and needs an adventure.

• c. He says he has been called to serve by his government.

• d. He says he must go because it is honorable.

Why does the speaker in “The Charge of the Light Brigade” refer to the charge as entering the “valley of Death”?

• a. It was a place where many soldiers had died before.

• b. It was a suicidal charge that few, if any, could survive.

• c. It was a dark and gloomy valley that depressed the soldiers.

• d. It was a name that the local residents gave to the battlefield.

According to the speaker in “The Charge of the Light Brigade”, it was a mistake to send the soldiers to this battle. Why did the soldiers charge anyway?

• a. The soldiers were not aware that a mistake had been made.

• b. The soldiers were trained to obey orders and die if necessary.

• c. The soldiers completely trusted the commander's judgment.

• d. The soldiers were brave and reckless, and did not think they would die.

In “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars,” to whom is the speaker addressing?

• a. his beloved

• b. his king

• c. his friend

• d. his mother

Which of the following ideas is most clearly expressed in “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars”?

• a. Honor creates uncertainty in love.

• b. Romantic love will always endure.

• c. Love of honor is the highest love.

• d. Young lovers must remain chaste.

In what circumstances is a person most likely to hug someone or something?

• a. when that person meets a loved one

• b. when that person repels an attack

• c. when that person declares they will not be forced

• d. when that person avoids something embarrassing

When can it be correctly said that people adore someone, which of the following statements must be true?

• a. They consider that person an equal.

• b. They love or admire that person a lot.

• c. They will lead an army against that person.

• d. They consider that person a dear old friend.

Under what circumstances would someone be most likely to honor another person?

• a. when the other person has drawn attention to themselves

• b. when the other person has attacked someone's principles

• c. when the other person has obeyed most laws and rules

• d. when the other person has done something bold and heroic

Which statement best summarizes the main idea shared by “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars” and “The Charge of the Light Brigade”?

• a. The willingness to risk everything for honor gives a noble spirit.

• b. The glories of battle make the risk of death worthwhile.

• c. Going to battle is harder for the loved ones left behind.

• d. War is a life-or-death gamble for everyone involved.

Which verses from “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars” best describe the main idea shared by both poems?

• a. Do not tell me, Sweet, that I am unkind, / That from the nunnery / Of your chaste breast and quiet mind, / To war and arms I fly. (verses 1–4)

• b. And with a stronger faith I embrace / A sword, a horse, a shield. (verses 7–8)

• c. Yet this inconstancy is such, / As you too shall adore. . . . (verses 10–11)

• d. I could not love thee, Dear, so much, / Loved I not Honour more. (verses 12–13)