The Highwayman

What are the main character traits of the highwayman in the poem?

• Bravery, daring, and romanticism

• Cowardice, timidity, and pessimism

• Kindness, generosity, and humility

• Intelligence, wisdom, and patience

Identify and explain one poetic device used in the stanza where the highwayman is described.

• Alliteration

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Simile

Describe the main events in the plot of the poem.

• The main events in the plot of the poem include the highwayman's visit to see Bess, the betrayal by Tim the ostler, Bess's sacrifice to warn the highwayman, and the tragic ending with the highwayman's death.

• The main events in the plot of the poem include the highwayman's visit to see Mary, the betrayal by John the innkeeper, Mary's sacrifice to warn the highwayman, and the happy ending with the highwayman's escape.

• The main events in the plot of the poem include the highwayman's visit to see Sarah, the betrayal by Tom the stable boy, Sarah's sacrifice to warn the highwayman, and the tragic ending with the highwayman's capture.

• The main events in the plot of the poem include the highwayman's visit to see Jane, the betrayal by Bill the blacksmith, Jane's sacrifice to warn the highwayman, and the happy ending with the highwayman's escape.

What is the central theme of the poem 'The Highwayman'?

• Fear, despair, and hopelessness

• Love, sacrifice, and tragedy

• Adventure, comedy, and triumph

• Betrayal, revenge, and forgiveness

How does the poet use imagery to create a vivid picture of the setting in the poem?

• By focusing on the color of the highwayman's cloak

• By describing the smell of roses and daisies in the garden

• By describing the moonlight, the wind, and the sounds of the highwayman's horse galloping through the night.

• By detailing the taste of the highwayman's favorite meal

What is the significance of the red love knot in the poem?

• Signifies the loyalty of the landlord's daughter

• Symbolizes the love between the highwayman and Bess

• Symbolizes the passage of time

• Represents the danger of the highwayman's lifestyle

Explain the use of personification in the poem.

• The poet uses personification to give human qualities to the animals and the rivers.

• The poet uses personification to give human qualities to the wind and the moon.

• The poet uses personification to give human qualities to the trees and the rocks.

• The poet uses personification to give human qualities to the sun and the stars.

How does the poet create a sense of suspense and tension in the poem?

• Through the use of vivid imagery, dramatic language, and the building of anticipation throughout the poem.

• By eliminating any sense of danger or urgency

• By providing a clear resolution at the beginning of the poem

• By using simple and straightforward language

What role does the character Bess play in the development of the plot?

• Bess is the main antagonist who tries to sabotage the Highwayman's plans

• Bess is the love interest of the Highwayman and sacrifices herself to warn him of the soldiers' ambush.

• Bess is a minor character with no significant impact on the plot

• Bess is the leader of the soldiers who captures the Highwayman

Discuss the impact of the tragic ending on the overall message of the poem.

• The tragic ending diminishes the theme of love and sacrifice in the poem

• The tragic ending emphasizes the theme of love and sacrifice, as well as the idea of fate and the inevitability of certain events.

• The tragic ending highlights the theme of comedy and joy in the poem

• The tragic ending has no impact on the overall message of the poem