Worksheet on Loss & Distance - Walking Away
English
Grade 8
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~20 mins
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A worksheet focusing on analyzing the poem 'Walking Away' through error correction exercises. It aims to deepen students' understanding of literary techniques used to convey themes of loss and emotional distance.
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Worksheet on Loss & Distance - Walking Away
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Understanding 'Walking Away'
Scene Summary and Context Guide: 'Walking Away' is a reflective poem that explores the emotional impact of a child's departure from a parent's care. The poet uses vivid imagery and subtle metaphors to convey feelings of loss, distance, and the passage of time. The poem depicts a scene where a boy is seen walking away from his father during a school day, symbolizing the transition from childhood to independence. The writer employs techniques such as imagery, tone, and metaphor to evoke empathy and understanding of the parent’s perspective. A brief quote from the poem, ‘like a half-fledged thing set free,’ exemplifies the use of metaphor to represent the child's growth and inevitable separation. Overall, the poem examines the complex emotions involved in letting go and the ongoing process of emotional distance that accompanies change.
1.
Identify the literary device used in the phrase 'like a half-fledged thing set free' and explain its significance.
[2 marks]2.
What tone does the poet establish in this poem? Support your answer with a brief explanation.
[2 marks]3.
Which technique is employed when the poet describes the child's departure as 'a half-fledged thing set free'?
Aa) Personification
Bb) Metaphor
Cc) Alliteration
Dd) Hyperbole
4.
Correct the grammatical error in the following sentence: 'The poem evoke deep feelings of loss and change.'
[2 marks]5.
Identify the tone conveyed through the imagery of the 'fading light' as described in the poem.
[2 marks]6.
Explain how the poet uses tone to develop the theme of emotional distance.
7.
Describe a visual image from the poem that reinforces the theme of loss.
[2 marks]8.
Select the most accurate statement: The poem primarily explores themes of ______.
Aa) Joy and celebration
Bb) Loss and distance
Cc) Conflict and resolution
Dd) Love and companionship
9.
Identify a phrase that highlights the emotional distance in the poem.
[2 marks]10.
In your own words, describe how the poet's use of imagery impacts the reader's understanding of the poem's main theme.
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- 12/31/2025
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