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Full Anthology - Remains

English
Grade 8
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A worksheet analyzing the poem 'Remains' from the Full Anthology for Grade 8 students.

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Full Anthology - Remains

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Grade Grade 8
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Analysis of 'Remains' by Simon Armitage

On another occasion, we get sent out to sea or regional air to do our job. But within, there’s a different kind of war, one that spills over into the mind long after the combat has ended. The images of the soldier’s memories, haunting and vivid, linger as a reminder of the trauma endured. The poem captures the volatile tension between duty and guilt, revealing the scars left behind by conflict. The speaker reflects on the moments of violence, the responsibility they carry, and the personal toll it takes. As the poem unfolds, the language shifts from detached narration to raw emotion, highlighting the internal battle that persists beyond the battlefield.

1.
Identify one literary technique used in the excerpt and explain its effect.
[2 marks]
2.
What is the main theme conveyed in this passage?
[2 marks]
3.
Which lines in the excerpt suggest a shift from detached narration to raw emotion?
[2 marks]
4.
Identify and analyze the use of any metaphor in the excerpt.
[3 marks]
5.
Explain how the tone of the poem influences the reader’s understanding of the soldier’s experience.
[4 marks]
6.
Describe the structure of the excerpt. How does it contribute to the overall message?
[2 marks]
7.
What do the words 'spill over' suggest about the effects of war on soldiers?
[2 marks]
8.
In your opinion, how does the poet’s use of language help convey the complexity of trauma?
[4 marks]
9.
Based on the excerpt, what might be some of the personal consequences faced by soldiers after war?
[2 marks]

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