William Blake

How does Blake's view of innocence differ from his view of experience?

• Innocence represents purity and joy, while experience signifies corruption and despair.

• Both innocence and experience are seen as equally valuable in Blake's work.

• Innocence is a temporary state, while experience is permanent.

• Experience is more important than innocence in Blake's philosophy.

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What is the significance of the character of the chimney sweeper in Blake's poetry?

• The chimney sweeper signifies the importance of education in society.

• The chimney sweeper is a metaphor for the industrial revolution's progress.

• The chimney sweeper symbolizes the exploitation of child labor and social injustice.

• The chimney sweeper represents the joy of childhood and freedom.

In what ways did Blake challenge the societal norms of his time?

• Blake criticized the industrialization and its impact on humanity.

• Blake conformed to societal norms and traditions.

• Blake supported the status quo and traditional values.

• Blake advocated for strict adherence to religious doctrines.

What is the relationship between the poems "Songs of Innocence" and "Songs of Experience"?

• They are written in the same style and structure.

• They are identical in theme and message.

• They focus solely on the theme of love.

• They are often parallel poems written from a different perspective

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Was Blake a religious man ?

• Yes, Blake was a devout follower of traditional religion.

• Blake was a priest in the Church of England.

• Blake regularly attended church services and practiced rituals.

• Yes but Blake was not a conventionally religious man.

“I wander thro’ each charter'd street”. Who's the I to be identified with ?

• A child, because they have a stronger imagination

• The poet himself

• An unidentified speaker

• A poor labouring man

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What role does repetition play in the poem "London" ?

• Repetition symbolises the endless monotony of the lives of the poor

• Repetition emphasizes the joy and celebration of life in 'London'.

• Repetition highlights the beauty of the city in 'London'.

• Repetition gives the poem a monotonous quality

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The poem London is from Songs of _________

The poems in Blake's famous collection are meant to illustrate the contrary states of the human______

Blakes vision of the world is based on the theory of the complementary________________