War Poetry Subset - Bayonet Charge
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet covering the poem 'Bayonet Charge' for Grade 7 students, focusing on literary techniques and analysis.
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War Poetry Subset - Bayonet Charge
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Grade Grade 7
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Reading Passage: 'Bayonet Charge'
Suddenly he awoke and was running – raw in rawboned the land. Under his foot, the soil was hard and his rifle pointed at the ground. He saw the distant green field, the line of trees, and heard the distant drum. His sweat poured down his forehead, his heart pounding in his chest. The soldier's mind raced through confusion and fear as he tried to focus. The world seemed to swirl around him as he moved forward, driven by instinct and duty. Every step was a struggle against his own hesitation. The sound of gunfire echoed, and the sky seemed to darken with the chaos of war. He remembered the faces of those he left behind and wondered if he would return. His breathing was ragged, and he clenched his fists, trying to find courage among the chaos. The landscape blurred as he pushed himself onward, caught between the moment of action and the fear of the unknown.
1.
Identify two poetic techniques used in this extract and explain their effect.
[3 marks]2.
What is the significance of the phrase 'raw in rawboned the land'?
[2 marks]3.
Describe the mood created by the language in this extract.
[2 marks]4.
How does the poet use sound imagery to enhance the depiction of war?
[3 marks]5.
Identify a line that uses a metaphor and explain its effect.
[3 marks]6.
Analyze the poem's structure. How does the free verse form contribute to the poem's themes?
7.
Discuss how Hughes portrays the internal conflict of the soldier.
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Creative Prompt: Write a short poem from the perspective of a soldier experiencing a battle. Use imagery and poetic devices discussed in class.
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- 12/31/2025
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