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Will You Come? by Edward Thomas
Contributed by: Booker
A) Melancholy and contemplative
B) Joyful and celebratory
C) Humorous and lighthearted
D) Angry and defiant
  • 2. The poem begins with an invitation. What is the speaker inviting someone to do?
A) To help him with a difficult task.
B) To share a secret plan.
C) To walk with him in the countryside.
D) To attend a formal party.
  • 3. What kind of weather is described in the poem?
A) A foggy and mysterious morning.
B) A harsh and stormy winter night.
C) A bright and sunny summer day.
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 bustling city street.
C) A desolate desert landscape.
D) A manicured garden.
  • 5. What emotion seems to be central to the speaker's request?
A) Frustration and annoyance.
B) Excitement and adventure.
C) Curiosity and a thirst for knowledge.
D) Loneliness and a desire for companionship.
  • 6. The phrase "though I may not speak" implies what about the speaker's communication style?
A) He is naturally eloquent and persuasive.
B) He is reserved or finds it difficult to express himself verbally.
C) He prefers to communicate through gestures.
D) He has lost his voice due to illness.
  • 7. What does the speaker hope to share with the invited person?
A) A feast of food and drink.
B) Exciting news and gossip.
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) By directly stating the date and time.
B) By mentioning historical events.
C) Through descriptions of aging people.
D) Through references to changing light or seasons.
  • 9. The speaker's questioning nature is evident. What is he questioning?
A) The best route to take.
B) The current political climate.
C) The meaning of life.
D) Whether the other person will accept his invitation and the nature of their relationship.
  • 10. What is the significance of the speaker's repeated use of "Will you come?"
A) It shows his forceful demand.
B) It emphasizes his hesitant hope and uncertainty.
C) It signifies his complete lack of interest.
D) It indicates he is bored.
  • 11. The poem creates a sense of intimacy. How is this achieved?
A) Through the use of complex scientific language.
B) By describing a large gathering of people.
C) Through the direct address and the implied shared experience.
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 relationship that could be deepened by shared experience.
B) It is a relationship of casual acquaintance.
C) It is a strained and antagonistic relationship.
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) Tropical rainforests and exotic wildlife.
B) Urban parks and carefully cultivated flowerbeds.
C) Fields, hedges, roads, light, and perhaps birdsong.
D) Deserts, mountains, and oceans.
  • 14. The speaker's invitation is not overly demanding. This suggests:
A) He is testing the other person's loyalty.
B) He is trying to manipulate the other person.
C) He is completely indifferent to the outcome.
D) He values the other person's free will and comfort.
  • 15. What is the prevailing mood associated with the landscape described?
A) Ominous and foreboding.
B) Quiet, understated beauty, possibly tinged with sadness.
C) Vibrant and energetic.
D) Chaotic and unsettling.
  • 16. The poem is often interpreted as reflecting Edward Thomas's personal experiences. What might the invitation symbolize in a broader sense?
A) A desire for connection and understanding in a solitary existence.
B) A call to political action.
C) A plea for financial assistance.
D) An invitation to an artistic collaboration.
  • 17. The invitation is to walk. What does walking often symbolize in poetry?
A) A military march.
B) A journey, reflection, or shared experience.
C) A race or competition.
D) A frantic escape.
  • 18. What is the implied consequence if the invited person does not come?
A) The speaker will be enraged.
B) The speaker will likely remain alone with his thoughts.
C) The speaker will find someone else to accompany him.
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 overwhelms the reader with complex ideas.
B) It makes the poem difficult to understand.
C) It creates a sense of detachment.
D) It allows for a direct and emotional connection with the speaker's feelings.
  • 20. What kind of dialogue is the poem, in essence?
A) A heated argument.
B) A factual report.
C) A one-sided invitation, seeking a response.
D) A public announcement.
  • 21. The speaker's awareness of his own potential silence suggests:
A) A belief that words are unnecessary.
B) A self-consciousness about his ability to engage verbally.
C) An eagerness to dominate the conversation.
D) A deliberate act of withholding information.
  • 22. What might the "uncertain" weather represent metaphorically in the poem?
A) A reflection of perfect harmony.
B) The ambiguity of relationships or future possibilities.
C) A celebration of natural cycles.
D) A clear sign of impending danger.
  • 23. The invitation is framed as a gentle request, not a demand. This indicates:
A) A lack of conviction in the invitation.
B) A desire to exert control.
C) An attempt to create obligation.
D) Respect for the other person's autonomy.
  • 24. What is the overall feeling evoked by the poem's ending?
A) Excitement and anticipation of immediate action.
B) Resolution and complete happiness.
C) Disappointment and anger.
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 is purely a descriptive poem with no emotional content.
B) It is an allegory for industrialization.
C) It criticizes the natural world.
D) It uses the rural setting as a backdrop for exploring human emotions and relationships.
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