Cards (30)

  • What do both Emily Brontë’s 'Shall earth no more inspire thee' and George Eliot’s 'In a London Drawing Room' explore?
    They explore speakers' places in the world and disconnection from nature.
  • How does Brontë’s poem describe nature compared to Eliot’s poem?
    Brontë describes the pleasure and power of nature, while Eliot describes a weakened urban environment.
  • What are the similarities between 'Shall earth no more inspire thee' and 'In a London Drawing Room'?
    • Both explore disconnections between human relationships and the natural world.
    • Both reflect on isolation and its impact on individuals.
    • Both convey a melancholy tone regarding the state of human connections.
  • What does Brontë reflect on in her poem?
    She reflects on the isolation of a “lonely dreamer.”
  • What does the speaker in Brontë’s poem call for?
    The speaker calls for a return to companionship with nature.
  • How does Eliot’s speaker describe individuals on the street?
    They seem isolated as they ignore each other.
  • What emotive language does Eliot use to convey suffering?
    She uses words like “griefs” and “wildly pine.”
  • What rhetorical questions does Brontë use in her poem?
    She challenges the uninspired listener, asking if “passion may not fire thee.”
  • How does Eliot’s poem convey a melancholy tone?
    It describes a world with the “lowest rate of colour, warmth & joy.”
  • What does Brontë urge disconnected individuals to recall?
    She urges them to recall the peace found in the natural world.
  • What does Brontë remind the listener about nature?
    She reminds them that “my mountain breezes/Enchant and soothe thee still.”
  • How does Eliot’s poem comment on urbanization?
    It describes how the hidden sun means “No bird can make a shadow as it flies.”
  • What are the differences between Brontë’s and Eliot’s poems regarding nature?
    • Brontë describes the beauty of nature and its ability to bring pleasure.
    • Eliot describes an urban setting that lacks joy and connection.
    • Brontë uses natural imagery, while Eliot highlights urban decay.
  • What does Brontë’s poem convey about the beauty of nature?
    It conveys the simple pleasure of the “day with evening blending.”
  • How does Eliot describe the urbanized London streets?
    She describes them as a “huge prison-house & court.”
  • What does Brontë’s poem suggest about the relationship between humans and nature?
    It suggests that nature has a “magic power” and can enchant individuals.
  • How does Eliot convey a lack of pleasure in her poem?
    She uses a metaphor to convey a lack of comfort: “No figure lingering/Pauses to feed the hunger of the eye.”
  • What are the similarities between 'Shall earth no more inspire thee' and 'Lines Written in Early Spring'?
    • Both explore intense emotions regarding disconnections with the world.
    • Both use rhetorical questions to engage the listener.
    • Both comment on the value of the natural world.
  • What does Brontë’s poem raise questions about?
    It raises questions about humans’ disconnections with their environment.
  • How does Wordsworth’s speaker express their feelings?
    They express “sad thoughts” and concerns about human relationships.
  • What negative impact does Wordsworth highlight in his poem?
    He highlights the negative impact of a lack of harmony with nature.
  • How do both poets convey complex emotions?
    They comment on relationships with each other and responses to the external world.
  • What are the differences between Brontë’s and Wordsworth’s poems regarding emotional resolution?
    • Brontë offers comfort and hope for harmony.
    • Wordsworth ends with unresolved questions about disconnection.
    • Brontë’s speaker addresses a listener closely, while Wordsworth’s speaker feels isolated.
  • What does Brontë’s poem advise about appreciating nature?
    It advises appreciating the earth as if it is a “heaven.”
  • How does Antrobus’ poem contrast with Brontë’s poem?
    Antrobus contrasts a modern urban world with a rural community.
  • What are the similarities between 'Shall earth no more inspire thee' and 'With Birds You’re Never Lonely'?
    • Both highlight connections between the natural world and humans.
    • Both use natural imagery to convey beauty and joy.
    • Both comment on the impact of disconnection from nature.
  • What does Antrobus’ poem describe about nature?
    It describes vibrant nature with colourful birds and sturdy trees.
  • How does Brontë’s poem depict the impact of disconnection from nature?
    It shows that the listener “wildly pines” and has dark thoughts.
  • What does Antrobus’ poem imply about urban settings?
    It implies that a lack of nature in urban settings leaves little room for spirituality.
  • How do Brontë and Antrobus differ in their exploration of human connections with nature?
    • Brontë explores a spiritual connection between nature and humans.
    • Antrobus examines connections forged by family in rural communities.
    • Brontë emphasizes personal joy, while Antrobus contrasts urban and rural experiences.