Ted Hughes Review

What is NOT a theme of "The Thought Fox"?

• Poetic Inspiration comes from a divine or spiritual source, like dreams

• Nature repeats itself endlessly and time never stops

• A poem is done when a thought ends.

• Relationship between captivity and freedom.

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What is NOT a theme in "The Jaguar"?

• Reverence for power

• Relationships are difficult

• Respect for ancient strength in nature?

• Modern society ignores the ancient powers in nature.

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What is NOT a theme in "The Horses"?

• The world is not stable, and the way you see things can change.

• Society is useful, but the awe of the natural world is more important

• Nature is permanent, but the way we nature may change.

• In the end, all animals die.

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What is NOT a theme in "Wind"?

• We don't always know what will happen in life.

• Fear is paralyzing

• Love endures forever.

• Nature always holds power over humans

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What is NOT a theme in "Relic"?

• Animals are more important than humans.

• No one can escape death.

• Without death, new life cannot thrive.

• Cycle of life is unchangeable no matter the setting or circumstances.

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What is NOT a theme in "Hawk Roosting"

• Predator/Prey relationships

• Tyranny

• Loneliness

• Dominance and control

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What is NOT a theme in "Cat and Mouse"?

• Awe of how quickly society can change

• Lack of control over one's fate

• Fear of God and Power

• Natural cycle of life and death

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What is NOT a theme in "Snowdrop"?

• Survival of the fittest

• Passage of time

• Nature is equally brutal and beautiful

• god doesn't care about creation

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What is NOT a theme in "Harvest Moon"?

• There is something holy and spiritual about nature.

• The moon commands awe and reverence, almost like an ancient god

• Romantic relationships are difficult.

• Change is natural - seasons come and go

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What is NOT a theme in "Football at Slack"?

• Sports are a bit silly, but also important

• Nature is powerful and should be respected.

• Humans are more powerful than nature.

• Enjoy the moment, whatever it brings.

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