Ozymandias Flashcard

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Who is the author of the poem 'Ozymandias'?

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Percy Bysshe Shelley

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What does the poem 'Ozymandias' warn against?

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Pride and ego

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What is the setting of the poem 'Ozymandias'?

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An ancient desert

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What is the central message of the poem 'Ozymandias'?

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Time conquers all

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What historical event may have influenced the themes of 'Ozymandias'?

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The Napoleonic Wars

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Define 'Ozymandias'.

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A sonnet by Percy Bysshe Shelley that reflects on the inevitable decline of all leaders and empires.

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What literary devices are used in 'Ozymandias'?

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Imagery, irony, and symbolism.

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What does the statue in 'Ozymandias' symbolize?

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The arrogance and hubris of the ruler.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair!'?

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It highlights the irony of the ruler's pride in his achievements, which have crumbled over time.

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How does the poem 'Ozymandias' reflect Romantic ideals?

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It emphasizes nature's power over human endeavors and the transient nature of life.