Analysis & Annotation on War Poetry: Exposure
English
Grade 8
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~20 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the analysis and annotation of the war poem 'Exposure' by Wilfred Owen, aimed at Grade 8 students.
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Analysis & Annotation on War Poetry: Exposure
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Exposure by Wilfred Owen
My eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord:
He is trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored;
He hath loosed the fateful lightning of His terrible swift sword:
His truth is marching on.
I have seen Him in the watch-fires of a hundred circling camps,
They have builded Him an altar in the evening dews and damps;
I can read His righteous sentence by the dim and flaring lamps,
His day is marching on.
He has sounded forth the trumpet that shall never call retreat;
He is sifting out the hearts of men before His judgment-seat:
O be swift, my soul, to answer Him! be jubilant my feet!
Our God is marching on.
In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born across the sea,
With a glory in His bosom that transfigures you and me;
As He died to make men holy, let us die to set them free,
While God is marching on.
He’s coming like the glory of the morning on the wave,
He’s coming like the glory of the morning on the wave:
He’s coming with clouds descending upon the mighty to save;
Let us all, with one accord, sing, ‘Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!’
Our God is marching on.
1.
Identify one literary device used in the excerpt and explain its effect.
[2 marks]2.
What is the tone of the poem, and how does the author achieve this tone?
[2 marks]3.
Describe the structure of the poem and discuss how it contributes to its message.
[3 marks]4.
Identify and analyze one example of symbolism in the poem.
[3 marks]5.
How does the poem reflect the themes of faith and patriotism? Provide specific examples.
[3 marks]6.
What is the significance of the poem’s religious imagery in the context of war?
[2 marks]7.
Identify and explain one poetic device used in the lines: 'He is trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored.'
[2 marks]8.
Based on the excerpt, what message does the poet want to convey about divine justice and human responsibility?
[2 marks]9.
Write a brief analysis explaining how the poem’s structure enhances its overall message.
10.
Create your own short poem inspired by the themes of divine justice and patriotism. Include at least three poetic devices and a clear message.
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