Poetry - Charge Of The Light Brigade

• What is the title of the poem analyzed in the video?

  The Charge of the Light Brigade
• Who is the poet of "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  Alfred Lord Tennyson
• Why is it important to offer alternative interpretations of a poem in an exam?

  To access higher grades by showing deeper analysis
• In what year was Alfred Lord Tennyson born?

  1809
• In what year did Alfred Lord Tennyson die?

  1892
• Why is Tennyson considered the quintessential Victorian poet?

  He lived and died during Queen Victoria's reign
• What role was Tennyson appointed to in 1850?

  Poet Laureate
• What was the primary duty of the Poet Laureate in Tennyson's time?

  To write verse on occasions of national significance
• During which years did the Crimean War take place?

  1853-1856
• Why did Britain join the Crimean War?

  Fear of Russian expansion threatening trade routes
• On what date did the Battle of Balaclava occur?

  October 24th, 1854
• Why were the cavalry considered the highest social status soldiers?

  They had to buy their own horses and equipment
• Who led the Light Brigade during the Battle of Balaclava?

  Lord Lucan
• What was the primary role of the Light Brigade in battle?

  Reconnaissance and mopping up defeated opponents
• How many soldiers were in the Light Brigade?

  600
• Why did the Light Brigade charge into the wrong position?

  Miscommunication between the leaders
• How many soldiers were killed in the charge?

  Over 150
• Why was the charge of the Light Brigade considered a "hideous blunder"?

  It was a futile mission due to miscommunication
• Who reported the events of the charge in the London Times?

  William Howard Russell
• Why did Tennyson write "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  To honor the bravery of the soldiers
• What is the form of "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  Ballad
• What is the significance of the refrain in a ballad?

  It is a repeated line like a chorus
• How many verses are in "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  Six
• Why might the number of verses correspond to the number of soldiers?

  Each verse represents 100 soldiers
• How does the poem balance praise for the soldiers with criticism of leadership?

  It praises their bravery but questions the blunder
• What does the word "wondered" in the poem suggest?

  Ambiguity about the soldiers' thoughts or public reaction
• What is the refrain in "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  The use of "six hundred" at the end of each verse
• Why is the ballad form significant for "The Charge of the Light Brigade"?

  It tells a story meant to be remembered
• How does the poem reflect Victorian attitudes toward hierarchy and obedience?

  It questions blind obedience to flawed leadership
• What is the significance of the phrase "into the valley of death"?

  It symbolizes the soldiers' near-certain doom
• What weapons did the Light Brigade primarily use during the charge?

  Sabers (swords)
• Why did the Light Brigade continue the charge despite the danger?

  They were committed to following orders
• How does the poem reflect the birth of war reporting?

  It is based on a newspaper report of the event
• Why might Tennyson have written the poem in one sitting?

  He was deeply moved by the newspaper report
• How does the poem reflect the Victorian concept of "stiff upper lip"?

  It praises the soldiers' bravery despite the tragedy
• What is the significance of the phrase "honor the charge they made"?

  It emphasizes the soldiers' bravery and sacrifice
• What is the historical significance of the Crimean War in relation to the poem?

  It provides the context for the charge of the Light Brigade
• Why is the poem considered both positive and negative?

  It praises the soldiers but criticizes the leadership
• How does the poem reflect the public's reaction to the Crimean War?

  It mirrors the skepticism and outrage of the public
• What is the significance of the phrase "cannon to the right of them"?

  It emphasizes the soldiers' vulnerability and bravery