Poetry - Tiger by William Blake

Explain the meaning of the title of the poem ? (EVA)

• The title speaks about an animal called “tyger” but could also be referring to another animal.

• The title introduces an animal called a tyger and gives you an idea that the poem will be about that animal.

• The title could be referring to a beast called tyger as the name Tyger does not refer to an actual Tiger due to the spelling.

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2. Applying your knowledge of the poem, what does the tiger represent in the Tyger by William Blake? (APP)

• It represents a beast in the night

• it represents an animal seen in different perspectives

• The 'Tyger' is a symbolic tiger which represents the fierce force in the human soul

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Explain the mood of the poem ,The Tyger by William Blake? (UND)

• It has a subtle tone, easing you while reading

• It shows a negative attitude, with a serious/agressive and fearful tone.

• it has a mysterious tone, leaving you wondering after reading each line.

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Summarise in two sentences what the theme of the poem is? (UND)

• The theme is getting to know the nature of a tiger

• The theme is the mysteries of God's creations.

• The theme learning to appreciate art in different forms

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After analyzing the poem, what does the tiger symbolize? (ANA)

• The tiger symbolizes evil.

• The tiger symbolizes the versatility of nature

• The tiger represent art in its different forms

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What is fearful symmetry in the Tyger? (REM)

• The tiger is “fearful,” in that it induces fear in all who see it.

• All sides of the tiger will instill fear in you as no side of it is good.

• it is symbolic for how fearful the tiger makes you feel.

What does the lamb symbolize? (REM)

• The lamb may symbolize weakness and no strength

• The lamb may symbolize and animal that could be easily killed by the tiger.

• The lamb may symbolize gentleness, innocence, and purity.

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Thinking back on your notes, what does ' Burnt the fire of thine eyes? mean '? (REM)

• Symbolizes the power seen in his eyes

• The desire in the tigers eyes are like fire

• One can feel fear when looking into his eyes

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Determine if the poem is an example of a romantic poem or a tragic poem.(EVA)

• Its a Romantic poem based on strong senses, emotions, and feelings; awe of nature; and the importance of imagination.

• It’s a tragic poem as it depicts fear and makes you question if this animal is an animal of death

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Choose the correct word. (APP)

And (water/watered/ waters) heaven with their tears.

• water

• watered

• waters

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