Ballads

Ballad poems use:

• Complex language

• Simple language

The subject matter of ballad poems is usually:

• Emotions

• Knights

• Castles

• A narrative

A ballad tells a dramatic story in simple terms.

• true

• false

Ballads often include cliches.

• True

• False

A great technique, used by ballads and other poetic forms, to help reinforce the main point or theme is ____ .

• rhythmn

• repetition

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• reality

Ballads are part of the oral tradition.

• True

• False

What is the main theme of the ballad 'Lord Randal'?

• The joy of friendship and companionship.

• The triumph of good over evil.

• Betrayal and the consequences of love.

• The beauty of nature and its seasons.

What role does nature play in the ballads 'Geordie' and 'Elfin Knight'?

• Nature is depicted as a villain in both ballads.

• Nature only serves as a backdrop with no emotional significance.

• Nature is irrelevant to the themes in both ballads.

• Nature plays a significant role in reflecting emotions and themes in both ballads.

How does the setting influence the mood in the ballad 'Geordie'?

• The setting creates a sense of danger and foreboding.

• The setting is cheerful and uplifting.

• The setting has no impact on the mood.

• The setting is only described in detail without emotional significance.

What moral lessons can be derived from the ballads 'Elfin Knight' and 'Lord Randal'?

• Trusting others can lead to betrayal.

• Love conquers all obstacles.

• Wealth is the key to happiness.

• Adventure is more important than loyalty.