Full Anthology - Winter Swans
English
Year 9
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A worksheet featuring exam-style questions focused on the poem 'Winter Swans' for Year 9 students.
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Full Anthology - Winter Swans
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Grade Year 9
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Examination of 'Winter Swans'
The clouds had given their all — two days of rain and then a break in the weather. The lake was still, reflecting the grey sky above. As we approached the water’s edge, I saw her standing alone, watching the silent motion of the swans gliding across the surface. She was fragile, yet resilient, like the ice that had begun to thaw. I reached for her hand, and she turned, her eyes searching mine for reassurance. The wind picked up, scattering ripples across the lake, as if the very air was trying to stitch us back together. We watched in silence, the only sound the gentle lap of water against the shore, and the distant cry of a lone bird above the trees.
1.
Identify one poetic technique used in the extract and explain its effect.
[2 marks]2.
What is the significance of the imagery describing the water and weather in the extract?
[2 marks]3.
Analyse how the poet uses contrast between the weather and the characters' emotions.
4.
Describe the mood created in the extract and support your answer with textual evidence.
[2 marks]5.
Identify and explain the significance of the phrase 'the wind picked up, scattering ripples across the lake'.
[2 marks]6.
How does the poet use imagery to depict resilience? Provide an example from the extract.
[2 marks]7.
Write a brief analysis of how the theme of reconciliation is presented in the extract.
8.
Create a short poetic response inspired by the extract, focusing on themes of hope and renewal. Include at least two poetic devices.
9.
Reflect on the significance of the swans in the poem's context. How do they symbolise the relationship?
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- 12/31/2025
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