1. What would cause the speaker unrest after death? 2. What would bring about sleep for the speaker?
Explore
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1. There are some harrowing images of slavery in this poem. Which image most poignantly (movingly) highlights the suffering experienced by slaves, in your view?
2. Find two poetic techniques used by the poet. Are they effective? Explain your answer with reference to the poem.
3. Do you agree that the tone of this poem is one of disapproval and condemnation? Use evidence from the poem to support your answer.
4. One important theme in this poem is freedom. Identify and discuss one more theme that you feel is important in the poem.
5. Write about another poem you have studied that deals with a serious issue. (a) Name the poem and the poet. (b) Identify and discuss the issue. (c) How did the poet make the issue evident throughout the poem? (d) What did you learn about the issue addressed in the poem?
Investigate
Use your research skills to learn about modern-day slavery. You should visit your local or school library to source information. Use your skills to carry out secure internet searches. You may find the following website helpful: www.antislavery.org
Create
Write an article entitled ‘Modern-Day Slavery’ for a national newspaper. Use your findings from the Investigate task to help you.
