Question 1: Identify a literary device used in the phrase 'marks of weakness, marks of woe' and explain its effect.

Answer: Repetition; it emphasizes the suffering of the people and creates a rhythmic impact that reinforces the poem's tone.

Question 2: Correct the grammatical mistake in the following sentence: 'Blake's poem vividly capture the urban landscape.'

Answer: Captures (verb agreement; it should be 'captures' to agree with the singular subject 'poem').

Question 3: What is the main theme conveyed in Blake's description of London in this extract?

Answer: The social injustices and suffering experienced by the city's inhabitants.

Question 4: Identify the literary technique present in the phrase 'the city’s grandeur' and discuss its purpose.

Answer: Irony; it highlights the contrast between the city's superficial beauty and the underlying suffering.

Question 5: Explain the significance of the recurring motif of 'marks' in the poem.

Answer: The motif of 'marks' symbolizes the visible signs of suffering and social injustice. It emphasizes how hardship leaves a lasting impression on individuals and society, serving as a critique of London's social inequalities.

Question 6: Identify a line from the extract that employs rhythmic pattern and analyze how it enhances the poem’s mood.

Answer: The line 'In every cry of every Man, / In every Infant’s cry of fear' employs repetition and rhythm, intensifying the sense of pervasive suffering and emotional distress in London.

Question 7: Correct the error in this sentence: 'Blake’s use of imagery serve to evoke feelings of hope.'

Answer: Serves (verb agreement; it should be 'serves' to agree with the singular subject 'use').

Question 8: Discuss how Blake’s portrayal of London differs from more optimistic depictions of cities in literature.

Answer: Blake’s portrayal is stark and critical, highlighting social injustices and suffering, unlike more optimistic depictions that focus on progress, beauty, and prosperity. His focus on imagery of weakness and woe contrasts with portrayals emphasizing grandeur and growth, offering a more somber view of urban life.

Question 9: Provide an example of imagery from the extract that underscores social critique.

Answer: The description of seeing 'marks of weakness, marks of woe' on people's faces highlights visible signs of social suffering and critique of societal neglect.