A poison tree

• What does A Poison Tree depict?

  Conflict between a speaker and their foe
• What does Blake emphasize about emotions in A Poison Tree?

  Emotions should be expressed rather than contained
• How does communication affect anger according to the speaker?

  It causes anger to subside
• How is the speaker's anger represented in the poem?

  As a tree that grows over time
• What does the apple in the poem symbolize?

  Repressed anger of the speaker
• What happens to the foe in A Poison Tree?

  The foe dies after eating the poisoned apple
• What literary era did William Blake belong to?

  Romantic literary era
• How did Blake view London?

  As complicated by greed and inequality
• What was Blake's approach to poetry?

  To instigate change using simple language
• How did Blake's views on gender equality differ from his time?

  He believed in equality, which was unusual
• What was the original title of A Poison Tree?

  Christian Forbearance
• What does the title A Poison Tree suggest?

  A critique of orthodox Christian practices
• What does the repetition of "night" and "morning" signify in the poem?

  It highlights the cyclical nature of wrath
• What is the rhyme scheme of A Poison Tree?

  AABB rhyme scheme
• How does Blake's use of monosyllabic words affect the poem?

  It heightens the lyrical quality and clarity
• What does the structure of the poem reflect?

  The theme of conflict between emotions
• What does the word "foe" represent in the poem?

  The opposite side in conflict
• How does the speaker feel about the foe's death?

  The speaker feels satisfaction and glee
• What does the phrase "I see" imply about the speaker's perspective?

  It shows satisfaction with the foe's demise
• What does Blake's poem suggest about the nature of human emotions?

  They should be expressed, not suppressed
• How does Blake use the apple to connect to biblical themes?

  It parallels the story of Adam and Eve
• What does the theme of deceit reveal about human emotions in the poem?

  Emotions are complex and multifaceted
• What does the garden symbolize in A Poison Tree?

  The speaker's internal conflict and emotions
• How does the poem's perspective affect the reader's engagement?

  It makes the reader reflect on their actions
• What is the significance of the line "And I unbind it with smiles"?

  It disrupts the rhythm, indicating something wrong
• What does the poem suggest about the consequences of suppressing anger?

  It leads to destructive outcomes
• How does Blake's use of natural imagery contribute to the poem?

  It illustrates the tempting nature of anger
• What moral questions does Blake raise in A Poison Tree?

  About the nature of anger and deceit
• How does the poem relate to the human psyche?

  It explores the complexities of human emotions
• What effect does the ambiguity of the word "foe" have on the poem?

  It highlights the duality of anger and conflict
• How does the poem's structure reflect its themes?

  It mirrors the conflict between emotions
• What does the poem critique about the Church?

  Its repression of emotions
• What political subjects does Blake often address in his poetry?

  Greed and inequality in society
• In which collection is A Poison Tree published?

  Songs of Innocence and of Experience
• What effect does the childlike rhythm have on the poem?

  It makes complex ideas more memorable
• How does the repeated couplets structure affect the poem's conclusion?

  It emphasizes the speaker's satisfaction with wrath
• What themes does the poem explore regarding deceit?

  Its relationship with anger and emotions
• How does ambiguity in the poem enhance its interpretation?

  It allows for multiple perspectives on anger