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1.

All of the following EXCEPT .... might be suggested by the line, 'The only light is red'
- A.
  
  The process of developing a photograph is turned into something ominous.
- B.
  
  The red light of the darkroom has connotations of the light that burns continuously in Catholic churches to symbolise the presence of Christ
- C.
  
  'red' has connotations of blood -a sight with which the photographer must be all too familiar
- D.
  
  the red light might suggest the everlasting love of God
Correct Answer
D. the red light might suggest the everlasting love of God

Explanation
The line "The only light is red" suggests that the red light in the darkroom has connotations of the light that burns continuously in Catholic churches to symbolize the presence of Christ. It also implies that the red light represents an ominous atmosphere, turning the process of developing a photograph into something foreboding. Additionally, the mention of "red" having connotations of blood suggests that the photographer is familiar with the sight of blood. However, the red light does not suggest the everlasting love of God.

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2.

It could be argued that "This poem addresses the peculiar challenge faced by war photographers, whose job requires them to record terrible, horrific events without being able to help them directly" https://www.bbc.co.uk/education/guides/zsp82hv/revision
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement suggests that the poem addresses the unique challenge faced by war photographers. They are tasked with capturing and documenting horrifying events, but they are unable to directly assist those in need. This explanation aligns with the idea that the poem explores the ethical and emotional dilemmas faced by war photographers in their line of work.

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3.

The poem is laid out in five (5) regular six (6) line stanzas with each stanza ending in a rhyming couplet.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The poem is laid out in four regular six-line stanzas, with each stanza ending in a rhyming couplet.

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4.

The rigid order of the structure of this poem r contrasts with the chaotic, disturbing images described in the poem.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The rigid order of the structure of the poem contrasts with the chaotic and disturbing images described in the poem. This suggests that the poet intentionally juxtaposes the organized structure with the unsettling content to create a sense of tension and unease. The contrast between the two elements enhances the impact of the poem and adds depth to its meaning.

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5.

We could argue all of the following EXCEPT ... are suggested by the words "ordered rows"
- A.
  
  Suggests trying to create order from chaos
- B.
  
  The plural noun ‘rows’ has connotations of war graves.
- C.
  
  A place of sanctuary
- D.
  
  This is perhaps the photographer's attempt to restore order to the chaotic images developing before his very eyes
Correct Answer
C. A place of sanctuary

Explanation
The given answer suggests that "a place of sanctuary" is not suggested by the words "ordered rows." The other options, such as trying to create order from chaos and the connotations of war graves, can be inferred from the phrase "ordered rows." However, the idea of a place of sanctuary does not directly relate to the concept of ordered rows.

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6.

The photographer is presented as a cold, mercenary man who only cares about the money he will make from the pictures. He does not handle the developing photos with the same respect with which a priest would prepare for communion and there is not a definite spirituality to the process of developing the "spools of suffering".
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The photographer handles the developing photos with the same respect with which a priest would prepare for communion and there is a definite spirituality to the process of developing the "spools of suffering". This is suggested by the lines "as though this were a church and he/a priest preparing to intone a Mass."

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7.

The photographer handles the developing photos with the same respect with which a priest would prepare for communion and there is a definite spirituality to the process of developing the "spools of suffering". This is suggested by the lines ...
- A.
  
  "as though this were a church and he/a priest preparing to intone a Mass." (lines 4-5)
- B.
  
  "The only light is red and softly glows" (line 3)
- C.
  
  'fields which don't explode beneath the feet/ of running children in a nightmare heat.' (lines 11-12)
- D.
  
  "a hundred agonies in black-and-white." (line 19)
Correct Answer
A. "as though this were a church and he/a priest preparing to intone a Mass." (lines 4-5)

Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the photographer handles the process of developing photos with the same level of respect and reverence that a priest would have when preparing for communion. This comparison implies that the act of developing photos is seen as a spiritual and sacred process. The line "as though this were a church and he/a priest preparing to intone a Mass" emphasizes the solemnity and importance that the photographer attaches to his work. The use of religious imagery, such as the reference to a church and a Mass, highlights the spiritual nature of the photographer's actions. Additionally, the use of the word "softly glows" in describing the red light further enhances the sense of spirituality and tranquility in the darkroom. The mention of "fields which don't explode beneath the feet/ of running children in a nightmare heat" contrasts the peaceful and controlled environment of the darkroom with the chaos and suffering that exist outside. Lastly, the phrase "a hundred agonies in black-and-white" suggests that the photos being developed capture and convey the pain and suffering experienced by people.

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8.

Which of the following might suggest that the darkroom is a place of sanctuary for the photographer?
- A.
  
  He is finally alone (line 1)
- B.
  
  All flesh is grass. (line 6)
- C.
  
  He has a job to do (line 7)
- D.
  
  "A stranger's features/faintly start to teist before his eyes#2 (lines 13-14)
Correct Answer
A. He is finally alone (line 1)

Explanation
The phrase "he is finally alone" suggests that the darkroom is a place of sanctuary for the photographer because it implies that he is seeking solitude and privacy in this space. Being alone in the darkroom allows the photographer to focus on his work without any distractions or interruptions, creating a sense of peace and refuge.

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9.

The phrase solutions slop in trays might suggest all of the following EXCEPT...
- A.
  
  The onomatopoeic sound of the chemicals he is using to develop the film
- B.
  
  That he hopes that in some way these photographs may help to contribute to the resolution of the conflicts they depict
- C.
  
  In order to function and do his job properly in the field, the photographer must be able to distance himself from the subjects of his photographs.
Correct Answer
C. In order to function and do his job properly in the field, the photographer must be able to distance himself from the subjects of his photographs.

Explanation
The phrase "solutions slop in trays" does not suggest that the photographer must distance himself from the subjects of his photographs. It may suggest the sound of the chemicals used in developing the film and the hope that the photographs may contribute to resolving conflicts, but it does not imply the need for emotional detachment from the subjects.

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10.

The lines "Solutions slop in trays/ beneath his hands which do not tremble then/ though seem to now" (lines 6-8) suggest...
- A.
  
  Nothing can compare to the pain of war
- B.
  
  The photographer is trying to learn the clinical approach required by people in this line of work to allow them to do their jobs under extreme pressure
- C.
  
  Instead of preparing for mass, the photographer is developing images of war– evidence of inhuman behaviour which only serves to contradict the fundamental teachings of the Church
- D.
  
  In order to function and do his job properly in the field, the photographer must be able to distance himself from the subjects of his photographs
- E.
  
  In the privacy of his darkroom the photographer finally allows himself to react to the terrible suffering he was forced to witness and record
- F.
  
  All of the above
- G.
  
  A, B and C only
- H.
  
  B, C and D only
- I.
  
  D and E only
Correct Answer
I. D and E only

Explanation
The lines "Solutions slop in trays/ beneath his hands which do not tremble then/ though seem to now" suggest that in order to function and do his job properly in the field, the photographer must be able to distance himself from the subjects of his photographs. This is indicated by the fact that his hands do not tremble while developing the images of war, suggesting a clinical approach and emotional detachment. Additionally, in the privacy of his darkroom, the photographer finally allows himself to react to the suffering he witnessed, indicating that he had to suppress his emotions while capturing the images.

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11.

Which of the following could NOT be argued or IS NOT TRUE of the line ‘as though this were a church and he/ a priest (lines 4-5)
- A.
  
  The poet uses a simile here
- B.
  
  This might suggests that the photographer sees himself and his mission as similar to a priest how he sees himself and his mission – to show the truth and to convert people
- C.
  
  The photographer is sreious about the work he does and beleives that by taking photographs of the atrocities of war, he helps those who are helpless
- D.
  
  The photographer is reflecting on how fragile life is and how uncaring those of us who are safe in "idyllic" settings such as "Rural England" about the effect of war.
Correct Answer
D. The photographer is reflecting on how fragile life is and how uncaring those of us who are safe in "idyllic" settings such as "Rural England" about the effect of war.

Explanation
The given answer suggests that the statement "as though this were a church and he/ a priest" reflects the photographer's reflection on the fragility of life and the indifference of those who are safe in peaceful settings towards the impact of war. It implies that the photographer sees himself as a priest-like figure, aiming to reveal the truth and raise awareness through his photographs. This interpretation aligns with the idea that the photographer is serious about his work and believes in its power to assist the helpless.

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12.

Which of the following might be suggested by the lines "Home again/ to ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel,/to fields which don’t explode beneath the feet/ of running children in nightmare heat" (lines 9-12)
- A.
  
  The pain people experience in England is nothing compard to the pain and suffering others experience in other parts of the world.
- B.
  
  The poet creates a contrast between the innocence of children in "rural England" who run because they are playing and the grim reality of children in war torn countries who run because they are trying to excape pain or even death
- C.
  
  The poet might want the readers to pause and think about the relative safety that they enjoy in countries like England where they do not have to fear that bombs hidden in the earth will cause pain and death to the innocent
- D.
  
  The poet is alluding to a photograph of children fleeing a napalm attack in Vietnam that was so distressing/moving that when he saw it, the U.S. President at the time, ordered an end to the Vietnman war
- E.
  
  The poet might be creating this contrast between the lives of children in war torn countries and the lives of children in England to highlight the fact that we have become so indifferent to the suffering caused by war, that similar images often fail to have a powerful effect on us
- F.
  
  All of the above
- G.
  
  A, B and C
- H.
  
  C, D and E
- I.
  
  B, C, D
Correct Answer
F. All of the above

Explanation
The lines suggest that the poet is creating a contrast between the pain experienced in England and the pain and suffering in other parts of the world. The poet wants the readers to reflect on the relative safety and lack of fear in countries like England, where children can run and play without the threat of bombs causing harm. The contrast is used to highlight the indifference and lack of powerful effect that similar images of suffering often have on people. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above."

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13.

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer's images will have an effect but not a lasting one, on members of the British public who see them?
- A.
  
  "A hundred agonies in black and white" (line 19)
- B.
  
  "from which his editor will pick out five or six/ for Sunday's supplement" (lines 20-21)
- C.
  
  The reader's eyeballs prick/ with tears between the bath and pre-lunch beers" (lines 21-22)
- D.
  
  From the aeroplane he stares impassively at where/je earns his living and they do not care" (lines 23-24)
- E.
  
  "Home again/ to ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel" (lines 9-10
Correct Answer
C. The reader's eyeballs prick/ with tears between the bath and pre-lunch beers" (lines 21-22)

Explanation
This line suggests that the photographer's images have a temporary emotional impact on the British public. The phrase "eyeballs prick with tears" implies that the images evoke a strong emotional response, but the mention of "between the bath and pre-lunch beers" suggests that this emotional response is fleeting and not long-lasting. This indicates that the effect of the images is not enduring and may fade quickly once the immediate emotional reaction subsides.

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14.

It can be difficult for us to relate to suffering in faraway countries and so to make us feel angry and guilty about the unfairness of and the atrocities committed in war, Duffy has to use some disturbing and powerful images - images we would rather not think about, or really see, to force us to think about the effect of war on the powerless and the innocent.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that the statement accurately reflects the author's intention in using disturbing and powerful images in war-related literature. The author argues that it can be challenging for people to empathize with suffering in distant countries, so the use of such images is necessary to evoke anger and guilt, and to compel individuals to consider the impact of war on vulnerable and innocent individuals. This aligns with the idea that these images are employed to provoke thought and reflection on the unfairness and atrocities of war.

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15.

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer does not identify with his countrymen and their callous disregard for the suffering that people in war-torn countries must endure?
- A.
  
  "A hundred agonies in black and white" (line 19)
- B.
  
  "from which his editor will pick out five or six/ for Sunday's supplement" (lines 20-21)
- C.
  
  The reader's eyeballs prick/ with tears between the bath and pre-lunch beers" (lines 21-22)
- D.
  
  From the aeroplane he stares impassively at where/he earns his living and they do not care" (lines 23-24)
- E.
  
  "Home again/ to ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel" (lines 9-10
Correct Answer
D. From the aeroplane he stares impassively at where/he earns his living and they do not care" (lines 23-24)

Explanation
The line "From the aeroplane he stares impassively at where/he earns his living and they do not care" suggests that the photographer does not identify with his countrymen because he is able to detach himself emotionally from the suffering he witnesses in war-torn countries. While he earns his living by capturing these agonies in black and white, his fellow countrymen do not seem to care about the suffering. This implies a disconnect between the photographer and his countrymen, highlighting their callous disregard for the plight of those in war-torn countries.

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16.

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer accepts that, despite his best efforts, his photographs will ultimately make no real difference and the British public will continue in their callous disregard for the suffering that people in war-torn countries must endure?
- A.
  
  "A hundred agonies in black and white" (line 19)
- B.
  
  "from which his editor will pick out five or six/ for Sunday's supplement" (lines 20-21)
- C.
  
  From the aeroplane he stares impassively at where/he earns his living (lines 23-24)
- D.
  
  "they do not care" (line 24)
- E.
  
  "Home again/ to ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel" (lines 9-10
Correct Answer
D. "they do not care" (line 24)

Explanation
The line "they do not care" suggests that the photographer accepts that the British public has a callous disregard for the suffering in war-torn countries. This implies that despite his best efforts and the powerful images he captures ("a hundred agonies in black and white"), the photographs will ultimately not make a real difference in changing people's attitudes or actions. The photographer's acceptance is further reinforced by the line "from which his editor will pick out five or six for Sunday's supplement," indicating that only a few selected images will be published and potentially seen by the public. Additionally, the line "from the aeroplane he stares impassively at where he earns his living" suggests a sense of detachment or resignation in the photographer's attitude towards his work.

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17.

Which of the following would you say are themes in the poem War Photographer?
- A.
  
  The horror of war
- B.
  
  Our increasing indifference to the suffering of victims of war
- C.
  
  The right of the public to know what happens in war
- D.
  
  The indifference of war photographers to the suffering of their subjects
- E.
  
  All of the above
- F.
  
  A and B
- G.
  
  A, B and C
- H.
  
  A, C and D
- I.
  
  B, C and D
Correct Answer
F. A and B

Explanation
The poem "War Photographer" explores the themes of the horror of war and our increasing indifference to the suffering of victims of war. The poem depicts the photographer's experiences in war zones and highlights the atrocities and pain he witnesses. It also emphasizes how society has become desensitized to these images of suffering, as they are presented in the comfort of their own homes. The poem raises questions about the public's right to know what happens in war and the ethical responsibility of war photographers to capture and convey the truth, despite their potential indifference to the suffering of their subjects.

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18.

Which of the following stanzas suggest that the photographer is haunted by a particular memory?
- A.
  
  Stanza 1
- B.
  
  Stanza 2
- C.
  
  Stanza 3
- D.
  
  Stanza 4
- E.
  
  All of the above
- F.
  
  A and B
- G.
  
  A, B and C
Correct Answer
C. Stanza 3

Explanation
Stanza 3 suggests that the photographer is haunted by a particular memory because it describes the photographer's struggle to capture the perfect image of a boy drowning. The stanza mentions the photographer's frustration and the fact that the memory of the boy's death continues to haunt him, indicating that this particular memory has had a lasting impact on the photographer.

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19.

The regular ABBCDD rhyme scheme reflects the photographer's work and echoes the careful, methodical process that he goes through when developing the rolls of film.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The regular ABBCDD rhyme scheme in the photographer's work suggests that there is a deliberate and systematic approach to his process of developing film. This rhyme scheme implies that the photographer follows a specific pattern or sequence, just like the consistent pattern of the rhyme scheme. It indicates that the photographer takes his time and pays attention to detail when working on his film, reinforcing the idea that the process is careful and methodical. Therefore, the statement is true.

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20.

The regular form of the poem highlights the similarity between the work of the poet and the work of the photographer. Just as the photographs put the suffering of war into "black and white" , the poem presents the dangerous and unpredictable work that war photographers do in an ordered and comprehensible way
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The regular form of the poem emphasizes the parallel between the poet and the photographer, as both mediums capture the harsh reality of war. The photographs depict the suffering in a stark and straightforward manner, while the poem conveys the hazardous and uncertain nature of the war photographer's job in a structured and understandable manner. This similarity suggests that the regular form of the poem indeed highlights the resemblance between the two artistic expressions.

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21.

Which of the following can be described as monosyllabic words?
- A.
  
  A hundred agonies
- B.
  
  They do not care
- C.
  
  Running children in a nightmare heat
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. They do not care

Explanation
The phrase "they do not care" can be described as monosyllabic because each word in the phrase ("they," "do," "not," "care") consists of only one syllable. The other options, "a hundred agonies" and "running children in a nightmare heat," contain words with multiple syllables and therefore cannot be described as monosyllabic.

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22.

Which of the following words from line 18 hint at the lasting impact of war?
- A.
  
  Blood
- B.
  
  Stained
- C.
  
  Foreign
- D.
  
  Dust
- E.
  
  All of the above
- F.
  
  A, B and C
- G.
  
  A and B
- H.
  
  B and C
- I.
  
  B and D
Correct Answer
B. Stained

Explanation
The word "stained" suggests the lasting impact of war because it implies that something has been marked or permanently affected by blood. This implies that the consequences of war, such as death and injury, leave a lasting impression and cannot easily be erased or forgotten.

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23.

In which of the following can it be argued that the sibilant and plosive sounds make it seem almost as if the reader is spitting out the words, and so may hint at the frustration of the poet and/or the photographer that the photos aren't considered important enough to feature in the main newspaper?
- A.
  
  Belfast. Beirut. Phnom Penh. (line 6)
- B.
  
  Spools of suffering set out in ordered rows (line 2)
- C.
  
  Sunday's supplement (line 21)
- D.
  
  Something is happening. A stanger's features/faintly start to twist before his eyes ( lines 13-14)
- E.
  
  All of the above
- F.
  
  A, B and C
- G.
  
  B and D
Correct Answer
C. Sunday's supplement (line 21)

Explanation
The correct answer is "Sunday's supplement (line 21)." In the given question, the sibilant and plosive sounds are mentioned as making it seem as if the reader is spitting out the words. This suggests frustration on the part of the poet and/or the photographer that their photos are not considered important enough to be featured in the main newspaper. The phrase "Sunday's supplement" indicates that the photos are only included in a supplementary section of the newspaper, further emphasizing their lack of significance.

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24.

Which of the following is ironic?
- A.
  
  When working to capture images of war, the photographer is detached when confronted with the atrocities of war, but is deeply affected by the same images when he is safe at home
- B.
  
  The poem presents 'Rural England' as a contrast to the war zones the photographer has visited
- C.
  
  The horrific pain of war is contrasted with the 'ordinary pain' back home in England
- D.
  
  The poem is full of powerful, emotive imagery which reflects the horrors of war seen by the photographer and captured in his photos.
- E.
  
  Like the photographer, Duffy tries to represent the true horror of conflict in her work in order to make the reader think deeply about out attitude to the attrocities of war
- F.
  
  The reader's eyes will 'prick with tears'
Correct Answer
A. When working to capture images of war, the photographer is detached when confronted with the atrocities of war, but is deeply affected by the same images when he is safe at home

Explanation
The answer is ironic because it highlights the contradictory emotions and reactions of the photographer. It is ironic that the photographer is detached and unaffected by the atrocities of war when he is in the midst of it, but becomes deeply affected and emotionally impacted when he is safe at home. This irony emphasizes the disconnect between experiencing something firsthand and experiencing it from a distance, and raises questions about the nature of empathy and emotional response.

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25.

Which of the following are true of the poem War Photographer?
- A.
  
  Memories can be powerful, particular meories of negative or difficult experiences
- B.
  
  Memories often contain specific, personal details which give them unique power
- C.
  
  The photographer's memories are triggered by the development of a photo
- D.
  
  The way the photographer's hands 'tremble' suggests that the memories seem to affect him more deeply than than the original events did
- E.
  
  His isolation in the war zone is highlighted by the fact that it is 'a stranger's features' that he photographs and that he seeks approval 'without words' from the man's wife.
- F.
  
  Although he records people's suffering, he does not seem to share in it - this distances him from them and their suffering
- G.
  
  All of the above
- H.
  
  A, B C and D
- I.
  
  B, C, D and E
- J.
  
  All except F
Correct Answer
G. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above". This means that all of the statements mentioned in the options are true of the poem War Photographer. The poem explores the power of memories, particularly negative or difficult experiences, and how they can be triggered by the development of a photograph. The photographer's hands trembling suggests that these memories affect him deeply. The poem also highlights the photographer's isolation in the war zone and his distance from the suffering of the people he photographs.

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26.

Conflicts can involve thousands of people, but everyone involved has their own experience of it.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Conflicts, by their nature, involve multiple individuals, each with their own unique perspective and experience. This means that even though conflicts can involve thousands of people, each person involved will have their own personal experience and understanding of the situation. Therefore, the statement that "everyone involved has their own experience of it" is true.

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27.

Which of the following might be used by the poet to suggest that the photographer feels isolated from the rest of the world?
- A.
  
  The use of the word 'finally' to suggest that he needs space and quiet to develop his films and reflect on his experiences
- B.
  
  The fact that he 'seeks approval' from the wife of the dying man (line 16)
- C.
  
  The ambiguity surrounding the identity of the 'they' mentioned in line 24
- D.
  
  The use of the word 'finally' to hint at the photographer's guilt aboout being able to escape the suffering of war by retreating to his 'darkroom'. (Line 1)
Correct Answer
C. The ambiguity surrounding the identity of the 'they' mentioned in line 24

Explanation
The ambiguity surrounding the identity of the 'they' mentioned in line 24 suggests that the photographer feels isolated from the rest of the world. This ambiguity implies that there is a disconnect between the photographer and others, as he is unable to clearly define who 'they' are. This lack of clarity highlights his sense of isolation and the difficulty he faces in connecting with others.

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28.

Imagery can be used to create a specific mood. which of the following are true of the imagery used in the poem War Photographer?
- A.
  
  Religious imagery in the first stanza creates a solemn mood
- B.
  
  The similes comparing the darkroom to a 'church' and the photographer to 'a priest preparing to intone a mass' makes his work sound formal, serious and important
- C.
  
  The solemn mood endures for the entire poem
- D.
  
  The mood emphasises the care the photographer takes, his respect for the victims and his sorrow at the suffering and loss he captures on film
- E.
  
  All of the above
- F.
  
  A, B and c
- G.
  
  A, B and D
- H.
  
  All except B
Correct Answer
E. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above." In the poem War Photographer, religious imagery in the first stanza creates a solemn mood. Additionally, the similes comparing the darkroom to a 'church' and the photographer to 'a priest preparing to intone a mass' contribute to the formal, serious, and important tone of the photographer's work. This solemn mood endures throughout the entire poem, emphasizing the care the photographer takes, his respect for the victims, and his sorrow at the suffering and loss he captures on film.

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29.

Mood is the feeling or atmosphere created in a poem.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This statement is true because mood refers to the emotional atmosphere or feeling that is evoked in a poem. It is the overall tone or ambiance that the poet creates through the use of language, imagery, and other literary devices. The mood can be melancholic, joyful, mysterious, or any other emotion that the poet intends to convey to the reader. Therefore, mood plays a significant role in shaping the overall impact and interpretation of a poem.

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30.

Poets often change the mood as the poem progresses. HoweverDuffy does not change the mood in War Photographer.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In the poem "War Photographer" by Duffy, the mood remains consistent throughout the poem. The poet depicts the grim and haunting reality of war and its impact on both the photographer and the readers. The somber and melancholic tone is maintained from beginning to end, highlighting the emotional weight and seriousness of the subject matter. This lack of change in mood adds to the overall impact and effectiveness of the poem's message.

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31.

Form can be rigid and regular or loose and irregular.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is stating that a form can either be rigid and regular or loose and irregular. This means that forms can have a fixed and structured shape or they can be more flexible and irregular in their shape. Therefore, the statement is true as it is highlighting the two possible characteristics of forms.

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32.

Which of the following suggest that the photographer recognises that taking pictures of someone dying might seem cold and insensitive, but he feels a duty to record the suffering in front of him and make sure that the world's attention is drawn to the suffering that results from war?
- A.
  
  How he sought approval/without words to do what someone must (lines 16-27)
- B.
  
  To fields that do not explode beneath the feet/of running children (lines 11-12)
- C.
  
  A half-formed ghost. he remembers the cries (line 15)
- D.
  
  All of the above
- E.
  
  A and B
- F.
  
  A and C
- G.
  
  B and C
Correct Answer
A. How he sought approval/without words to do what someone must (lines 16-27)

Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the photographer recognizes that taking pictures of someone dying might seem cold and insensitive, but he feels a duty to record the suffering in front of him and make sure that the world's attention is drawn to the suffering that results from war. This is supported by the lines "how he sought approval/without words to do what someone must" (lines 16-17), which indicate that the photographer understands the potential criticism and judgment he may face for his actions, but still feels compelled to document the suffering.

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33.

Conflict does not only affect those who fight. It also affects those who do not fight.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Conflict has a wide-reaching impact that extends beyond those directly involved in the fighting. Even individuals who choose not to participate in the conflict can still be affected by its consequences. This could include economic repercussions, displacement, psychological trauma, or the erosion of social cohesion. The statement acknowledges that the impact of conflict is not limited to combatants and recognizes the broader implications it has on society as a whole.

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34.

Which of the following is the turning point (volta) in the poem as the focus shifts to the personal cost of war - the photographer is remembering a specific death and its impact
- A.
  
  He has a job to do (line 7)
- B.
  
  In his darkroom (line 1)
- C.
  
  Something is happening (line13)
- D.
  
  A hundred agonies in black and white (line 19)
Correct Answer
C. Something is happening (line13)

Explanation
The correct answer is "Something is happening" (line 13) because this line marks the turning point in the poem where the focus shifts to the personal cost of war. Prior to this line, the poem describes the photographer's routine and his detached perspective on war. However, with the line "Something is happening," the photographer starts to remember a specific death and its impact, indicating a shift in his emotions and a deeper understanding of the human suffering caused by war.

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War Photographer

All of the following EXCEPT .... might be suggested by the line, 'The only light is red'

It could be argued that "This poem addresses the peculiar challenge faced by war photographers, whose job requires them to record terrible, horrific events without being able to help them directly" https://www.bbc.co.uk/education/guides/zsp82hv/revision

The poem is laid out in five (5) regular six (6) line stanzas with each stanza ending in a rhyming couplet.

The rigid order of the structure of this poem r contrasts with the chaotic, disturbing images described in the poem.

We could argue all of the following EXCEPT ... are suggested by the words "ordered rows"

The photographer handles the developing photos with the same respect with which a priest would prepare for communion and there is a definite spirituality to the process of developing the "spools of suffering". This is suggested by the lines ...

Which of the following might suggest that the darkroom is a place of sanctuary for the photographer?

The phrase solutions slop in trays might suggest all of the following EXCEPT...

The lines "Solutions slop in trays/ beneath his hands which do not tremble then/ though seem to now" (lines 6-8) suggest...

Which of the following could NOT be argued or IS NOT TRUE of the line ‘as though this were a church and he/ a priest (lines 4-5)

Which of the following might be suggested by the lines "Home again/ to ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel,/to fields which don’t explode beneath the feet/ of running children in nightmare heat" (lines 9-12)

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer's images will have an effect but not a lasting one, on members of the British public who see them?

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer does not identify with his countrymen and their callous disregard for the suffering that people in war-torn countries must endure?

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer accepts that, despite his best efforts, his photographs will ultimately make no real difference and the British public will continue in their callous disregard for the suffering that people in war-torn countries must endure?

Which of the following would you say are themes in the poem War Photographer?

Which of the following stanzas suggest that the photographer is haunted by a particular memory?

The regular ABBCDD rhyme scheme reflects the photographer's work and echoes the careful, methodical process that he goes through when developing the rolls of film.

Which of the following can be described as monosyllabic words?

Which of the following words from line 18 hint at the lasting impact of war?

In which of the following can it be argued that the sibilant and plosive sounds make it seem almost as if the reader is spitting out the words, and so may hint at the frustration of the poet and/or the photographer that the photos aren't considered important enough to feature in the main newspaper?

Which of the following is ironic?

Which of the following are true of the poem War Photographer?

Conflicts can involve thousands of people, but everyone involved has their own experience of it.

Which of the following might be used by the poet to suggest that the photographer feels isolated from the rest of the world?

Imagery can be used to create a specific mood. which of the following are true of the imagery used in the poem War Photographer?

Mood is the feeling or atmosphere created in a poem.

Poets often change the mood as the poem progresses. HoweverDuffy does not change the mood in War Photographer.

Form can be rigid and regular or loose and irregular.

Which of the following suggest that the photographer recognises that taking pictures of someone dying might seem cold and insensitive, but he feels a duty to record the suffering in front of him and make sure that the world's attention is drawn to the suffering that results from war?

Conflict does not only affect those who fight. It also affects those who do not fight.

Which of the following is the turning point (volta) in the poem as the focus shifts to the personal cost of war - the photographer is remembering a specific death and its impact

War Photographer

All of the following EXCEPT .... might be suggested by the line, 'The only light is red'

It could be argued that "This poem addresses the peculiar challenge faced by war photographers, whose job requires them to record terrible, horrific events without being able to help them directly" https://www.bbc.co.uk/education/guides/zsp82hv/revision

The poem is laid out in five (5) regular six (6) line stanzas with each stanza ending in a rhyming couplet.

The rigid order of the structure of this poem r contrasts with the chaotic, disturbing images described in the poem.

We could argue all of the following EXCEPT ... are suggested by the words "ordered rows"

The photographer handles the developing photos with the same respect with which a priest would prepare for communion and there is a definite spirituality to the process of developing the "spools of suffering". This is suggested by the lines ...

Which of the following might suggest that the darkroom is a place of sanctuary for the photographer?

The phrase solutions slop in trays might suggest all of the following EXCEPT...

The lines "Solutions slop in trays/ beneath his hands which do not tremble then/ though seem to now" (lines 6-8) suggest...

Which of the following could NOT be argued or IS NOT TRUE of the line ‘as though this were a church and he/ a priest (lines 4-5)

Which of the following might be suggested by the lines "Home again/​ to ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel,​/to fields which don’t explode beneath the feet​/ of running children in nightmare heat" (lines 9-12)

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer's images will have an effect but not a lasting one, on members of the British public who see them?

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer does not identify with his countrymen and their callous disregard for the suffering that people in war-torn countries must endure?

Which of the following might suggest that the photographer accepts that, despite his best efforts, his photographs will ultimately make no real difference and the British public will continue in their callous disregard for the suffering that people in war-torn countries must endure?

Which of the following would you say are themes in the poem War Photographer?

Which of the following stanzas suggest that the photographer is haunted by a particular memory?

The regular ABBCDD rhyme scheme reflects the photographer's work and echoes the careful, methodical process that he goes through when developing the rolls of film.

Which of the following can be described as monosyllabic words?

Which of the following words from line 18 hint at the lasting impact of war?

In which of the following can it be argued that the sibilant and plosive sounds make it seem almost as if the reader is spitting out the words, and so may hint at the frustration of the poet and/or the photographer that the photos aren't considered important enough to feature in the main newspaper?

Which of the following is ironic?

Which of the following are true of the poem War Photographer?

Conflicts can involve thousands of people, but everyone involved has their own experience of it.

Which of the following might be used by the poet to suggest that the photographer feels isolated from the rest of the world?

Imagery can be used to create a specific mood. which of the following are true of the imagery used in the poem War Photographer?

Mood is the feeling or atmosphere created in a poem.

Poets often change the mood as the poem progresses. HoweverDuffy does not change the mood in War Photographer.

Form can be rigid and regular or loose and irregular.

Which of the following suggest that the photographer recognises that taking pictures of someone dying might seem cold and insensitive, but he feels a duty to record the suffering in front of him and make sure that the world's attention is drawn to the suffering that results from war?

Conflict does not only affect those who fight. It also affects those who do not fight.

Which of the following is the turning point (volta) in the poem as the focus shifts to the personal cost of war - the photographer is remembering a specific death and its impact

Which of the following might be suggested by the lines "Home again/ to ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel,/to fields which don’t explode beneath the feet/ of running children in nightmare heat" (lines 9-12)