the charge of the light brigade

• Who wrote the poem "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  Alfred Lord Tennyson
• What historical event inspired Tennyson's poem?

  The Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War
• What mistake occurred during the Charge of the Light Brigade?

  Soldiers misheard an order or received a wrong order
• What was the consequence of the mistake made during the charge?

  600 British soldiers charged into a valley surrounded by Russian troops
• How does Tennyson portray the soldiers in the poem?

  He praises their bravery instead of focusing on the commanders' mistakes
• What is the significance of the phrase "Valley of Death" in the poem?

  • Hyperbolic metaphor emphasizing bravery
  • Biblical allusion from Psalm 23
  • Elevates the soldiers' sacrifice
  • Reflects the deadly nature of the battle
• What does "half a league" refer to in the poem?

  1. 5 miles
• What literary device is used with the repetition of "half a league"?

  It creates a rhythm that enhances the feeling of galloping horses
• What does the repetition of "Cannon" in the poem signify?

  It emphasizes that the soldiers are surrounded and trapped
• What does Tennyson mean by "there's not to make reply, there's not to reason why"?

  It suggests that soldiers must obey orders without question
• What does the phrase "into the jaws of death" imply about the battle?

  It suggests that death is unavoidable and brutal
• How does Tennyson use animal imagery in the poem?

  He describes death as having "jaws," making it seem brutal and ferocious
• What is the effect of the alliteration in "horse and hero fell"?

  It creates a reflective tone and links the soldiers to their horses
• What is the overall message Tennyson conveys in "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  • Honor the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers
  • Shift focus away from the commanders' mistakes
  • Emphasize the glory of dying for one's country
• What was the role of William Howard Russell during the Crimean War?

  He reported on the war using the electric Telegraph
• How did the media coverage of the Crimean War change public perception?

  It led to questioning of commanders' decisions and appreciation for soldiers' bravery
• How does Tennyson's poem differ from Owen's "Exposure"?

  Tennyson emphasizes honor in dying for one's country, while Owen critiques war's horrors
• What is the structure of "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  • Written in the form of a ballad
  • Six stanzas, each representing a memorial for the soldiers
  • Strong rhythm to appeal to a broad audience
• What is an elegy in the context of Tennyson's poem?

  A tribute to someone who has passed away
• What does Tennyson mean by "when can their Glory fade"?

  He suggests that the soldiers' glory should never fade due to their sacrifice
• What is the significance of the interjection "oh" in the poem?

  It expresses Tennyson's disbelief and reverence for the soldiers' selflessness
• What does Tennyson urge the reader to do at the end of the poem?

  He urges the reader to honor the charge made by the Light Brigade
• How does Tennyson's poem serve as a memorial for the soldiers?

  • Each stanza acts as a memorial stone for the soldiers
  • Reinforces the theme of honor and glory
  • Acknowledges the sacrifice of the noble 600