London

• What are the main themes presented in the poem "London"?

  Power abuse, inequality, power of wealthy, social division
• How does "London" compare with other works like "Ozymandias" and "My Last Duchess"?

  • Themes of power and inequality are common.
  • Both explore the impact of wealth on society.
  • Social division is a recurring motif.
• What is the structure of the poem "London"?

  Iambic tetrameter with an alternating rhyme pattern (ABAB)
• What is the significance of the anaphora in lines 5-8 of "London"?

  It expresses universal frustration and abandonment by those in power
• How does the regular stanza structure in "London" contribute to its themes?

  It reflects repeated occurrences and growing frustration with cruel conditions
• What does enjambment in "London" signify?

  It represents the continuation of suffering
• What does the 4th line of "London" signify regarding the poem's meter?

  It indicates that things aren’t perfect in London
• Who is the author of the poem "London"?

  William Blake
• How did William Blake's personal experiences influence "London"?

  He lived in London and commented on his personal experiences
• What was Blake's view on religion as reflected in "London"?

  He lost faith in religion due to the rich church's refusal to help suffering children
• What historical events influenced the writing of "London"?

  The Industrial Revolution and the French Revolution
• What is the first key quote from "London" and its significance?

  “the youthful harlot’s curse blasts the new-born infant’s fear”

  • Harlot = prostitute
  • Represents the impact of wealth divide
  • Emphasizes vulnerability and innocence lost
• What is the second key quote from "London" and its significance?

  “every black’ning church appalls”

  • Symbolizes false promises of the church
  • Juxtaposes the church's facade with its reality
  • Highlights the church's role in society
• What is the third key quote from "London" and its significance?

  “hapless soldier’s sigh runs in blood down palace walls”

  • Euphemism for royalty's responsibility for suffering
  • Symbolizes the bloodshed caused by power
• What is the fourth key quote from "London" and its significance?

  “In every face I meet Marks Of weakness, marks of woe”

  • Hyperbole indicating universal suffering
  • Highlights the divide between the wealthy and the poor
• What is the fifth key quote from "London" and its significance?

  “In every voice, in every ban, the mind-forged manacles I hear”

  • Reflects the contrast between appearance and reality
  • Emphasizes the restrictions faced by the poor
  • Evokes sympathy for the vulnerable
• How does the imagery in "London" reflect the poet's view of society?

  The imagery illustrates the suffering and restrictions faced by the poor
• What does the phrase "mind-forged manacles" imply in the context of "London"?

  It suggests that the poor are trapped by their own fears and societal constraints
• How does Blake's portrayal of London challenge the notion of it being a city of opportunity?

  It reveals the sadness and suffering experienced by its inhabitants