need to dramatise this poem and answer two questions. so please help me.
ON THE DEATH OF ANNE BRONTE
by charlotte bronte
there 's little joy in life for me,
And little terror in the grave ;
I've lived the parting hour to see
Of one I would have died to save.
Calmly to watch the failing breath,
Wishing each sigh might be the last ;
Longing to see the shade of death
Over those belovèd features cast.
The cloud, the stillness that must part
The darling of my life from me ;
And then to thank God from my heart,
To thank Him well and fervently ;
Although I knew that we had lost
The hope and glory of our life ;
And now, benighted, tempest-tossed,
Must bear alone the weary strife.
Questions:
What is the poem about?
What are some of the themes(ideas) the poem carries?
tell me how to dramatise it too please!!! and help me with the two questions above
Thank You =DDD
Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. If you have never had a class in dramatics, this would be a valuable experience for you. First of all, look at each word in the poem. One exercise is to make a list of nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc. to see the poet's choice of words.
As for the dramatization, you could use a flannel board to "tell the story" if you are an artist. Otherwise simple props can be effective. For example, tomb stone (like you see in yards at Hallowe'en, a clock or the face of a clock, even one of those timers with the sand running out to represent "time running out," bellows perhaps to represent breath/sighs, a cloud, heart. These can "set the scene"and dress all in black or wear a black arm-band to represent mourning. Just let your imagination take over and use body language. For example: you can imitate breathing slowing down, sighs, "strife" can be the dramatic motion of the back of your hand at your forehead.
If you have concentrated on the vocabulary, do you see the theme of death, love, religion? Be sure to "pray" even on your knees for dramatic effect.
Hopefully you know the relationship of Charlotte and Anne Bronte. Good luck!
The writer is grieving over a lost one.
stanza 1:
she feels no need to live and is no longer afraid of death. she would have died for the deseased person.
stanza 2:
At the time of the poem, Anne is dying right in front of charlotte and i is killing her inside to watch her die.
Stanza 3:
the world is still and she is thanking got that anne went in peace.
stanza 4:
she knows that, although anne is dead, things could of been worse and she needs to keep on living even if it will be a weary and daft life.
thats what it means to me
-emily
I hate Adjectives
I understand that you have interpreted the poem in your own way, and that's great! The interpretation of poetry can vary from person to person. However, it's important to note that the poem is actually written by Charlotte Bronte, not Emily Bronte.
As for the themes of the poem, some ideas that the poem carries can include:
1. Grief and Loss: The poet expresses deep sorrow and grief over the death of Anne Bronte, someone she loves dearly. The poem portrays the pain and emptiness that comes with the loss of a loved one.
2. Acceptance of Death: The poet reflects on the inevitability of death and finds a sense of peace and calmness in accepting the cycle of life and death.
3. Love and Sacrifice: The poem emphasizes the strong bond of love between the poet and Anne Bronte. Charlotte Bronte conveys that she would have willingly given her own life to save Anne.
Now, onto dramatizing the poem:
1. Setting: Consider creating a setting that reflects the somber mood of the poem, such as a dimly lit room or a graveyard. You can use props like candles or flowers to enhance the atmosphere.
2. Costume: Dress in black or wear clothing that represents mourning, including a black arm-band or a veil.
3. Body Language: Use body language to portray the emotions in the poem. Show grief by hunching your shoulders, wiping away tears, or clasping your hands in despair. Use slow and deliberate movements to convey a sense of sadness.
4. Voice and Tone: Use a subdued and mournful tone while reciting the poem. Emphasize certain words or phrases to bring out the emotions expressed in each stanza.
5. Props: Use props to symbolize different elements in the poem, such as a clock or hourglass to represent the passing of time, a cloud to signify a sense of sadness or loss, and perhaps a heart to symbolize love.
Remember, the key to dramatizing a poem is to bring out the emotions and themes through your performance. Use your body language, voice, and props effectively to engage the audience and convey the feelings expressed in the poem.