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‘Valentine’ - TestWhat is a conceit?A poem in which unconventional or an unusual object is used as a symbol different from the norm such as an onion as a gift of loveA poem in which the poet declares undying love to their loverA poem consisting of fourteen linesWhat does the title ‘Valentine’ suggest that this poem is going to be about?A marriage proposalLove, hearts and romantic flowersA love letter Which of these is an example of the imperative command used to put across the speaker’s forceful attitude?‘Take it’‘I give you an onion’‘Not a red rose or a satin heart’ Why does the speaker present their lover with an onion?Because it is meant to symbolise the moonBecause it is meant to symbolise the pointlessness of expensive more traditional giftsBecause it is meant to symbolise truth and honesty which can come with a loving relationship What does the speaker mean by warning that acceptance of the gift of the onion ‘will blind you with tears’?The speaker is conveying the fact that onions when cut up can make you cryThe speaker is conveying the fact that this relationship will more than likely cause heartbreak and make you cryThe speaker is conveying the fact that you shouldn’t get too close to anyone or you will cry Which of these phrases is an extended metaphor, emphasising how a relationship can be painful?‘It will make your reflection a wobbling photo of grief’‘It will blind you with tears’‘Not a cute card or a kiss gram’ Which statement reveals that the speaker desires complete honesty in a relationship?‘I give you an onion’‘I am trying to be truthful’‘It’s fierce kiss will stay on your lips’ Which of these adjectives suggests an element of jealousy and need for control from the speaker concerning the relationship?‘faithful’‘lethal’‘possessive’ 9. What is the speaker trying to suggest about traditional romantic relationships which culminate in marriage through the use of the word choice ‘shrinks’ in the poem?Marriage can cause a relationship to shrivel up and die due to enforced compromise and restrictionsMarriage will bring pain and destruction to a relationshipMarriage is precious but will only end in heartbreak if pursued as it is too big a commitment 10. What is the poet inferring about relationships by ending the poem with the powerful adjective ‘Lethal’?She is warning the reader that love can be life-threatening and dangerous as well as enrichingShe is warning the reader to stay away from becoming too involved with anyone She is warning the reader to steer clear of falling in love with overpowering people ................
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