Antarctica Poem Quiz

What form is the poem written in?

• Sonnet

• Limerick

• Villanelle

• Haiku

Who is the persona adopted by Derek Mahon in the poem?

• Bruce Ismay

• Captain Lawrence Oates

• Unknown Author

• Aoife

What are the two refrains used in the poem?

• Second and fourth lines of each stanza

• Random lines throughout the poem

• First and second lines of each stanza

• First and third lines of the first stanza, and the final two lines of the quatrain

What does Oates say before leaving the tent?

• I will be back soon

• I am going to explore

• I am just going outside and may be some time

• I need to take a walk

What harsh conditions does Oates face outside the tent?

• Warm breeze

• Howling snow and frostbite

• Rainy weather

• Sunny weather

What does Mahon ask the reader to consider about Oates' behavior?

• A crime

• A mistake

• An accident

• A heroic act

What is the legacy of Oates according to the poem?

• He is forgotten

• He is remembered for his cowardice

• His bravery and heroism shine brightly

• He is criticized for his actions

What does Mahon compare Oates' sacrifice to?

• A selfish act

• A crime

• A mistake

• A heroic act

What is the key theme of the poem?

• Human capacity for heroic self-sacrifice

• Love and romance

• Comedy and humor

• Adventure and exploration

What literary device is effectively used in the poem to emphasize Oates' slow movement?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration