Ancient Mariner: Symbolism & Redemption

What does the albatross symbolize in 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner'?

• Freedom and exploration

• Guilt and the burden of sin

• Fear and danger

• Good luck and fortune

How does the Mariner achieve redemption in the poem?

• By seeking revenge on the spirits that cursed him

• By realizing the beauty and interconnectedness of all living things, blessing the water snakes, and finding penance in telling his story to others.

• By ignoring the lessons learned during his journey and continuing to harm nature

• By befriending the albatross and never letting it out of his sight

What are some consequences of the Mariner's curse on the ship and crew?

• Encountering friendly mermaids

• Consequences include being stuck in the middle of the ocean without wind, suffering from extreme thirst, and being haunted by ghostly crew members.

• Enjoying calm and peaceful sailing conditions

• Having a surplus of food and water

Identify an example of figurative language used in part 4 of the poem.

• His eyes were like a pair of binoculars

• Her eyes were as dull as a rock

• Their eyes were like a rainbow

• Her eyes were like diamonds sparkling in the night

Explain the significance of the Mariner's penance in the story.

• The Mariner's penance symbolizes redemption and atonement for his past sins.

• The Mariner's penance is a symbol of his greed

• The Mariner's penance signifies his lack of remorse

• The Mariner's penance represents his desire for revenge

How does the Mariner's curse affect his own life?

• The Mariner's curse causes extreme loneliness, guilt, and eternal punishment.

• The Mariner's curse leads to fame, success, and admiration.

• The Mariner's curse grants him eternal life, power, and wisdom.

• The Mariner's curse brings him good luck, wealth, and happiness.

Discuss the role of the Hermit in the Mariner's redemption.

• The Hermit embodies ignorance, arrogance, and deceit in the Mariner's redemption.

• The Hermit represents fear, darkness, and despair in the Mariner's redemption.

• The Hermit signifies materialism, greed, and corruption in the Mariner's redemption.

• The Hermit symbolizes wisdom, guidance, and spiritual enlightenment in the Mariner's redemption.

Analyze the use of imagery in part 5 of the poem.

• The imagery in part 5 of the poem revolves around a storm, emphasizing chaos and turmoil.

• Part 5 of the poem uses imagery related to a bustling cityscape.

• Imagery in part 5 of the poem highlights the tranquility of a serene lake.

• The imagery in part 5 of the poem focuses on flowers blooming peacefully.

What lesson can be learned from the Mariner's experiences in part 6?

• Consequences of disregarding nature and the environment

• Value of teamwork in challenging situations

• Benefits of exploring new territories

• Importance of following orders

How does Coleridge use repetition to emphasize key themes in the poem?

• Repetition of key phrases like 'fire, fire, everywhere'

• Repetition of key phrases like 'water, water, everywhere'

• Repetition of key phrases like 'earth, earth, everywhere'

• Repetition of key phrases like 'wind, wind, everywhere'