Power and Conflict in Poetry · Autumn Term 1

The Language of Conflict

Analysing how poets use semantic fields and imagery to convey the physical and psychological impact of battle.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the choice of imagery reflect the poet's personal stance on warfare?
  2. 2In what ways can a poem's rhythm mimic the chaos of a battlefield?
  3. 3How do poets challenge traditional notions of heroism through linguistic choices?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: English Literature - Poetry and Language AnalysisGCSE: English Literature - Power and Conflict
Year: Year 10
Subject: English
Unit: Power and Conflict in Poetry
Period: Autumn Term 1

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