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Climbing my Grandfather poem by Andrew Waterhouse poem in AQA GCSE Love and Relationships

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In the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather', who is the speaker of the poem?
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A stranger
The poet's father
The poet himself
The poet's grandson

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Q1
In the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather', who is the speaker of the poem?
A stranger
The poet's father
The poet himself
The poet's grandson
30s
Q2
In the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather', what does the speaker compare their grandfather's ears to?
Rocks
Shells
Flowers
Mountains
30s
Q3
In 'Climbing my Grandfather', what physical feature of the grandfather does the speaker compare to 'furrows in a fine field'?
Hair
Wrinkles
Eyes
Nose
30s
Q4
What is the central theme of the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather'?
The loss of loved ones
The challenges of old age
The exploration of family connections
The beauty of nature
30s
Q5
What is the overall tone of the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather'?
Nostalgic
Angry
Joyful
Sad
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Q6
What literary device is prominently used in the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather'?
Extended Metaphor
Hyperbole
Personification
Simile
30s
Q7
What is the significance of the title 'Climbing my Grandfather' in the poem?
It symbolizes the exploration of familial history and connection.
It represents a literal climb on a physical mountain.
It symbolizes the loss of a grandparent.
It represents the speaker's fear of heights.
30s
Q8
What is the main emotion conveyed in the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather'?
Fear and anxiety
Sadness and grief
Anger and resentment
Love and admiration
30s
Q9
What poetic device is used in the poem 'Climbing my Grandfather' to create a sense of movement and exploration?
Enjambment
Alliteration
Rhyme
Repetition
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