Rennie McQuilkin - 'The Angling'

The transcript is a poetic exploration of writing, likening it to angling. It describes the careful selection of tools and the crafting of language, drawing parallels between the poet's process and the art of fishing. The poet's journey is depicted as a hopeful endeavor to capture fleeting moments of inspiration.

What is the main theme introduced in the first section of the poem?

• The challenges of writing

• The comparison between writing and fishing

• The history of angling

• The tools used in writing

In the second section, what does the poet compare the selection of a pen to?

• Choosing a fishing rod

• Selecting a bait

• Deciding on a writing style

• Picking a favorite book

What does the poet hope to achieve through the writing process, as described in the third section?

• To impress critics

• To finish quickly

• To capture something essential

• To write a bestseller

How does the poet describe the act of writing in the third section?

• As a tedious task

• As a straightforward activity

• As a competitive sport

• As a playful and uncertain process

What imagery is used to describe the poet's writing in the third section?

• A mountain climb

• A stormy sea

• A fishing line being cast

• A calm lake