To Lucasta and The Charge of the Light Brigade

In “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars”, what argument does the speaker present to justify going to war?

• a. He says he must fight to protect his country.

• b. He says he is bored and needs an adventure.

• c. He says he has been called to serve by his government.

• d. He says he must go because it is honorable.

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Why does the speaker in “The Charge of the Light Brigade” refer to the charge as entering the “valley of Death”?

• a. It was a place where many soldiers had died before.

• b. It was a suicidal charge that few, if any, could survive.

• c. It was a dark and gloomy valley that depressed the soldiers.

• d. It was a name that the local residents gave to the battlefield.

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According to the speaker in “The Charge of the Light Brigade”, it was a mistake to send the soldiers to this battle. Why did the soldiers charge anyway?

• a. The soldiers were not aware that a mistake had been made.

• b. The soldiers were trained to obey orders and die if necessary.

• c. The soldiers completely trusted the commander's judgment.

• d. The soldiers were brave and reckless, and did not think they would die.

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In “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars,” to whom is the speaker addressing?

• a. his beloved

• b. his king

• c. his friend

• d. his mother

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Which of the following ideas is most clearly expressed in “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars”?

• a. Honor creates uncertainty in love.

• b. Romantic love will always endure.

• c. Love of honor is the highest love.

• d. Young lovers must remain chaste.

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In what circumstances is a person most likely to embrace someone or something?

• a. when that person meets a loved one

• b. when that person repels an attack

• c. when that person declares they will not be forced

• d. when that person avoids something embarrassing

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When can it be correctly said that people adore someone, which of the following statements must be true?

• a. They consider that person an equal.

• b. They love or admire that person a lot.

• c. They will lead an army against that person.

• d. They consider that person a dear old friend.

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Under what circumstances would someone be most likely to honor another person?

• a. when the other person has drawn attention to themselves

• b. when the other person has attacked someone's principles

• c. when the other person has obeyed most laws and rules

• d. when the other person has done something bold and heroic

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Which statement best summarizes the main idea shared by “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars” and “The Charge of the Light Brigade”?

• a. The willingness to risk everything for honor gives a noble spirit.

• b. The glories of battle make the risk of death worthwhile.

• c. Going to battle is harder for the loved ones left behind.

• d. War is a life-or-death gamble for everyone involved.

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Which verses from “To Lucasta, Going to the Wars” best describe the main idea shared by both poems?

• a. Do not tell me, Sweet, that I am unkind, / That from the nunnery / Of your chaste breast and quiet mind, / To war and arms I fly. (verses 1–4)

• b. And with a stronger faith I embrace / A sword, a horse, a shield. (verses 7–8)

• c. Yet this inconstancy is such, / As you too shall adore. . . . (verses 10–11)

• d. I could not love thee, Dear, so much, / Loved I not Honour more. (verses 12–13)

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