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