Rime of the Ancient Mariner Review

Which of the following is NOT something the rain symbolizes?

• It can symbolize a renewal being washed over the ship and the Mariner.

• It is a symbol of his grief

Why does the albatross finally fall from the Mariner’s neck?

• His guilt is forgiven.

• Nature was calling the albatross to return.

Who was on the ship that approached the Mariner's one? What are they doing?

• Death and Life-in-Death, playing dice for the Mariner and sailor's souls.

• Death and Life, playing dice for the Mariner and sailor's souls.

What does the albatross symbolize hanging around the Mariner’s neck symbolize?

• It is a symbol for death and Christ’s forgiveness.

• It is a sign of his crime and represents the Holy Cross.

What happens to the albatross?

• The Mariner shoots it dead.

• There was no albatross; it was a pelican.

How do the sailors first view the albatross?

• As a bad omen

• As a symbol of hope and joy

In the Mariner’s tale, what happens to the ship shortly after it sets out to sea?

• The ship carries the crew to the east.

• The ship encounters severe weather and blows them off course.

What effect does the Mariner have on the Wedding Guest?

• He is spellbound by him.

• He is scared by him.

How was the Mariner described in the first part of the poem?

• long bearded and crazy looking

• long bearded with shining eyes

What was the first obstacle the Mariner's ship encountered?

• A Still Sea

• Icy Waters

• A Terrible Storm

• Thick Fog