Blas Falconer reads "Like Jesus to the Crows"

The transcript discusses the poem 'Like Jesus to the Crows' by Vivey Francis, focusing on the imagery of crows at the crucifixion scene. It explores themes of comfort, presence, and the symbolic actions of the crows. The speaker reflects on personal experiences of seeking comfort and the failures of miracles, drawing parallels with the poem's themes.

What is the initial depiction of the crows in relation to Jesus?

• As violent creatures attacking Jesus

• As beings offering potential comfort

• As silent observers

• As divine messengers

How are the crows described in terms of their behavior and communication?

• They are silent and reverent

• They are aggressive and loud

• They express themselves in their own way

• They mimic human speech

What misconception about the crows is addressed in the poem?

• That they were silent

• That they were human-like

• That they were divine creatures

• That they pecked at Jesus' eyes

What personal reflection does the speaker share in the final section?

• A sense of fulfillment from divine intervention

• A disappointment in unmet miracles

• A belief in the power of the crows

• A rejection of human help

In what way does the speaker relate to both the crows and Jesus?

• By feeling superior to them

• By seeking comfort and offering it

• By rejecting their presence

• By misunderstanding their actions