Mud and Decorum

Mud and Decorum

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English

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main purpose of the poem 'Dulce et Decorum Est'?

Back

To persuade readers that war is not grand, but horrible.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the first half of 'Dulce et Decorum Est' differ from the second half?

Back

In the 1st half, the speaker describes a gas attack. In the 2nd half, the speaker uses the event to try to convince readers that war should not be glorified.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the speaker mean by calling the mud 'the disguise of the war zone' in 'The Song of the Mud'?

Back

The mud covers over the death and destruction of war.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the contrasting tones present in 'The Song of the Mud'?

Back

Sarcastic or ironic vs. outraged or accusatory.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What significant aspect of war is represented by the mud in 'The Song of the Mud'?

Back

The power of war to strip individuals of value.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define 'Dulce et Decorum Est'.

Back

A poem by Wilfred Owen that critiques the glorification of war.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What literary device is primarily used in 'Dulce et Decorum Est' to convey the horrors of war?

Back

Imagery.

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