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Epigrammatic Poems

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an epigrammatic poem?

  1. Brevity

  2. Pointedness

  3. Ambiguity

  4. Wit


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Epigrammatic poems are typically brief, pointed, and witty, but they are not usually ambiguous.

Who is considered the master of epigrammatic poetry?

  1. William Shakespeare

  2. John Milton

  3. Alexander Pope

  4. William Wordsworth


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Alexander Pope is widely regarded as the master of epigrammatic poetry, known for his sharp wit and satirical verses.

What is the primary purpose of an epigrammatic poem?

  1. To tell a story

  2. To express emotions

  3. To convey a moral lesson

  4. To entertain and amuse


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Epigrammatic poems often aim to convey a moral lesson or make a pointed observation about human nature or society.

Which of these lines from Alexander Pope's "An Essay on Criticism" is an example of an epigram?

  1. A little learning is a dangerous thing.

  2. True wit is nature to advantage dress'd.

  3. For fools rush in where angels fear to tread.

  4. To err is human, to forgive, divine.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The line "A little learning is a dangerous thing." is an epigrammatic statement that conveys a moral lesson about the dangers of superficial knowledge.

What is the significance of the term "epigram" in the context of poetry?

  1. It refers to a type of poem with a witty or pointed ending.

  2. It is a form of poetry that originated in ancient Greece.

  3. It describes a poem that uses figurative language and imagery.

  4. It is a type of poem that expresses strong emotions.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term "epigram" in poetry refers to a type of poem that is characterized by its brevity, wit, and pointed ending.

Which of the following poets is known for their use of epigrammatic wit in their sonnets?

  1. William Shakespeare

  2. John Donne

  3. Edmund Spenser

  4. Sir Philip Sidney


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

John Donne is known for his use of epigrammatic wit in his sonnets, often employing clever wordplay and unexpected turns of phrase.

What is the central theme explored in many epigrammatic poems?

  1. Love and romance

  2. Nature and the beauty of the world

  3. Human folly and vices

  4. The power of imagination


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Epigrammatic poems often explore the theme of human folly and vices, using wit and satire to criticize human behavior.

Which of these lines from William Blake's "The Tyger" is an example of an epigram?

  1. Tyger Tyger, burning bright,

  2. In the forests of the night;

  3. What immortal hand or eye,

  4. Could frame thy fearful symmetry?


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The line "What immortal hand or eye," is an epigrammatic question that conveys a sense of awe and wonder at the creation of the tiger.

What is the purpose of the volta, or turn, in an epigrammatic poem?

  1. To introduce a new character

  2. To change the setting of the poem

  3. To introduce a surprise or unexpected twist

  4. To provide a moral lesson


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The volta, or turn, in an epigrammatic poem is a sudden shift or change in direction that introduces a surprise or unexpected twist.

Which of the following is an example of an epigrammatic couplet?

  1. The world is too much with us; late and soon,

  2. Getting and spending, we lay waste our powers:

  3. Little strokes fell great oaks:

  4. A thing of beauty is a joy forever:


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The line "Little strokes fell great oaks:" is an epigrammatic couplet that conveys a moral lesson about the power of perseverance.

What is the significance of the term "sting" in the context of epigrammatic poetry?

  1. It refers to the sharp or pointed ending of an epigram.

  2. It is a type of figurative language used in epigrams.

  3. It describes the overall tone of an epigram.

  4. It is a reference to the use of satire in epigrams.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term "sting" in the context of epigrammatic poetry refers to the sharp or pointed ending of an epigram, which often delivers a surprise or unexpected twist.

Which of these lines from Andrew Marvell's "To His Coy Mistress" is an example of an epigram?

  1. Had we but world enough, and time,

  2. This coyness, Lady, were no crime.

  3. But at my back I always hear

  4. Time's winged chariot hurrying near.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The line "But at my back I always hear" is an epigrammatic statement that conveys a sense of urgency and the inevitability of time's passage.

What is the primary difference between an epigram and an epitaph?

  1. Epigrams are longer than epitaphs.

  2. Epigrams are more serious than epitaphs.

  3. Epigrams are typically written in verse, while epitaphs are written in prose.

  4. Epigrams are intended to be humorous, while epitaphs are intended to be somber.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Epigrams are typically intended to be humorous or witty, while epitaphs are intended to be somber and reflective.

Which of the following poets is known for their use of epigrammatic wit in their satires?

  1. Jonathan Swift

  2. Alexander Pope

  3. John Dryden

  4. William Congreve


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jonathan Swift is known for his use of epigrammatic wit in his satires, often employing irony and sarcasm to criticize society and human nature.

What is the significance of the term "point" in the context of epigrammatic poetry?

  1. It refers to the main idea or message of an epigram.

  2. It is a type of figurative language used in epigrams.

  3. It describes the overall tone of an epigram.

  4. It is a reference to the use of satire in epigrams.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term "point" in the context of epigrammatic poetry refers to the main idea or message of an epigram, which is often conveyed in a concise and witty manner.

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