War Poetry Subset: Poppies
English
Grade 7
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~18 mins
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A worksheet covering the poem 'Poppies' for Grade 7 students, focusing on analysis of literary techniques and thematic understanding.
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War Poetry Subset: Poppies
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Grade Grade 7
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Read the Extract from 'Poppies' by Jane Weir
I pinned one onto your lapel, crimped petals,/cardboard, green, an accent of red. I wanted to graze my nose across the tip of your nose, play at being Eskimos like we did when you were little, I’d ask to be the first to wear your coat, and you’d laugh and say, ‘You’re so cute, Mum,’ and I’d feel proud to wear your coat, to have you close as you walked away, clutching your bag, and I’d often walk away, not knowing if I’d see you again, the war’s shadow stretching longer than I knew. I wanted to keep you safe, but you went, you went to war and I am left with a yard of poppies, a memory of your face, and a wound I can't quite see but feel deep inside.
1.
What is the significance of the poppies in the poem?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary device used in the extract and explain its effect.
[3 marks]3.
What tone does the speaker convey in this extract?
[2 marks]4.
Describe how the speaker’s feelings about loss are expressed in the poem.
[4 marks]5.
Identify and explain the significance of the metaphor in the line: 'the war’s shadow stretching longer than I knew.'
[3 marks]6.
How does the poem explore the theme of memory?
[2 marks]7.
Analyze how the poet uses personal anecdotes to evoke emotional response.
[4 marks]8.
Create a short poem (8-10 lines) inspired by the themes in 'Poppies'. Include imagery related to remembrance and loss.
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Reflect on the emotional impact of war as depicted in the poem. Write a brief paragraph discussing your thoughts.
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- 12/31/2025
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