Will You Come? by Edward Thomas

1. What is the primary tone of "Will You Come?" by Edward Thomas?

A) Joyful and celebratory
B) Angry and defiant
C) Humorous and lighthearted
D) Melancholy and contemplative

2. The poem begins with an invitation. What is the speaker inviting someone to do?

A) To walk with him in the countryside.
B) To help him with a difficult task.
C) To attend a formal party.
D) To share a secret plan.

3. What kind of weather is described in the poem?

A) A bright and sunny summer day.
B) A foggy and mysterious morning.
C) A harsh and stormy winter night.
D) A mixture of sun and rain, or uncertain weather.

4. The speaker mentions the "hedge-row" and the "road." What do these suggest about the setting?

A) A rural, possibly somewhat wild, environment.
B) A manicured garden.
C) A bustling city street.
D) A desolate desert landscape.

5. What emotion seems to be central to the speaker's request?

A) Curiosity and a thirst for knowledge.
B) Loneliness and a desire for companionship.
C) Excitement and adventure.
D) Frustration and annoyance.

6. The phrase "though I may not speak" implies what about the speaker's communication style?

A) He prefers to communicate through gestures.
B) He has lost his voice due to illness.
C) He is reserved or finds it difficult to express himself verbally.
D) He is naturally eloquent and persuasive.

7. What does the speaker hope to share with the invited person?

A) Exciting news and gossip.
B) A feast of food and drink.
C) A quiet, shared experience of nature.
D) A philosophical debate.

8. The poem subtly hints at the passage of time. How is this suggested?

A) Through references to changing light or seasons.
B) Through descriptions of aging people.
C) By directly stating the date and time.
D) By mentioning historical events.

9. The speaker's questioning nature is evident. What is he questioning?

A) The meaning of life.
B) The best route to take.
C) Whether the other person will accept his invitation and the nature of their relationship.
D) The current political climate.

10. What is the significance of the speaker's repeated use of "Will you come?"

A) It indicates he is bored.
B) It signifies his complete lack of interest.
C) It emphasizes his hesitant hope and uncertainty.
D) It shows his forceful demand.

11. The poem creates a sense of intimacy. How is this achieved?

A) Through the direct address and the implied shared experience.
B) By describing a large gathering of people.
C) Through the use of complex scientific language.
D) By focusing on external events and actions.

12. What is implied about the relationship between the speaker and the invited person?

A) It is a strained and antagonistic relationship.
B) It is a relationship that could be deepened by shared experience.
C) It is a relationship of casual acquaintance.
D) It is a relationship of deep animosity.

13. The poem evokes a sense of the natural world. What elements of nature are present?

A) Deserts, mountains, and oceans.
B) Urban parks and carefully cultivated flowerbeds.
C) Fields, hedges, roads, light, and perhaps birdsong.
D) Tropical rainforests and exotic wildlife.

14. The speaker's invitation is not overly demanding. This suggests:

A) He is testing the other person's loyalty.
B) He is completely indifferent to the outcome.
C) He values the other person's free will and comfort.
D) He is trying to manipulate the other person.

15. What is the prevailing mood associated with the landscape described?

A) Quiet, understated beauty, possibly tinged with sadness.
B) Chaotic and unsettling.
C) Vibrant and energetic.
D) Ominous and foreboding.

16. The poem is often interpreted as reflecting Edward Thomas's personal experiences. What might the invitation symbolize in a broader sense?

A) A plea for financial assistance.
B) An invitation to an artistic collaboration.
C) A desire for connection and understanding in a solitary existence.
D) A call to political action.

17. The invitation is to walk. What does walking often symbolize in poetry?

A) A frantic escape.
B) A military march.
C) A race or competition.
D) A journey, reflection, or shared experience.

18. What is the implied consequence if the invited person does not come?

A) The speaker will be enraged.
B) The speaker will find someone else to accompany him.
C) The speaker will likely remain alone with his thoughts.
D) The speaker will immediately forget about the invitation.

19. The poem is characterized by its simplicity. What effect does this have on the reader?

A) It makes the poem difficult to understand.
B) It overwhelms the reader with complex ideas.
C) It allows for a direct and emotional connection with the speaker's feelings.
D) It creates a sense of detachment.

20. What kind of dialogue is the poem, in essence?

A) A one-sided invitation, seeking a response.
B) A public announcement.
C) A heated argument.
D) A factual report.

21. The speaker's awareness of his own potential silence suggests:

A) An eagerness to dominate the conversation.
B) A deliberate act of withholding information.
C) A belief that words are unnecessary.
D) A self-consciousness about his ability to engage verbally.

22. What might the "uncertain" weather represent metaphorically in the poem?

A) A reflection of perfect harmony.
B) A celebration of natural cycles.
C) A clear sign of impending danger.
D) The ambiguity of relationships or future possibilities.

23. The invitation is framed as a gentle request, not a demand. This indicates:

A) Respect for the other person's autonomy.
B) A lack of conviction in the invitation.
C) A desire to exert control.
D) An attempt to create obligation.

24. What is the overall feeling evoked by the poem's ending?

A) Resolution and complete happiness.
B) Disappointment and anger.
C) Excitement and anticipation of immediate action.
D) Lingering hope, uncertainty, and a quiet sense of solitude.

25. Edward Thomas is known for his poetry about nature and the English countryside. How does "Will You Come?" fit into this thematic trend?

A) It uses the rural setting as a backdrop for exploring human emotions and relationships.
B) It criticizes the natural world.
C) It is an allegory for industrialization.
D) It is purely a descriptive poem with no emotional content.

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