Worksheet on Blank Verse vs Prose: Mythological Emotional States
English
GCSE
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A worksheet exploring the use of blank verse and prose to depict emotional states within mythological contexts, encouraging analysis and creative writing.
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Worksheet on Blank Verse vs Prose: Mythological Emotional States
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Introduction to Mythological Texts
In the shadowed depths of the underworld, Hades spoke with a voice both stern and sorrowful, 'The gods have forsaken me, yet I bear their burdens with silent grief.' His words unfolded in measured iambic pentameter, each foot marking a step in grief and isolation.
1.
Identify whether the extract is written in blank verse or prose and justify your answer briefly.
[2 marks]2.
What emotional state does Hades express in this extract?
[2 marks]B
Analysis of Language Techniques
Read the extract carefully and answer the following questions.
1.
Identify and explain one language technique used to convey Hades’ emotional state.
[3 marks]2.
Describe how the form (blank verse vs prose) impacts the reader’s perception of Hades’ feelings.
[3 marks]C
Creative Writing Prompt
Write a short mythological scene involving a god or goddess experiencing a powerful emotion. Use either blank verse or prose intentionally to enhance the mood.
1.
Write a brief paragraph (around 150 words) describing Athena’s emotional state, using your chosen form.
[10 marks]2.
Checklist: When composing your scene, consider including:
[5 marks]D
Comparison Exercise
Excerpt 1 (blank verse): 'Beneath the cursed sky, I stand alone, / My heart heavy with ancestral grief.'
Excerpt 2 (prose): 'The hero looked around, feeling a strange calm settle over him, yet within, a tumult of fear and resolve churned.'
1.
In your own words, compare the emotional impact of the two excerpts. Which form do you think better conveys intense emotion, and why?
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- 12/31/2025
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