Analysing how Bridges presents nature and belonging in 'Clear and Gentle Stream'
I can explain how Bridges uses language and structure to express his viewpoint.
Analysing how Bridges presents nature and belonging in 'Clear and Gentle Stream'
I can explain how Bridges uses language and structure to express his viewpoint.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Personification also helps to create a connection between the poet and the river - creates a sense of belonging.
- The use of onomatopoeia arguably creates an immersive, meditative atmosphere.
- Bridges' use of sibilance could mimic the flow of water to create a calm atmosphere.
- The cyclical structure may mimic the speaker's continual return to the stream.
- The regular rhyme might represent the unity and harmony between the speaker and nature.
Keywords
Belonging - a feeling of being happy or comfortable as part of a particular group
Immersive - seeming to surround the reader so they feel completely involved
Meditation - a way of becoming calm and relaxed
Sibilance - repetition of the hissing sound 's' in nearby words
Onomatopoeia - words that imitate the natural sound associated with their meaning
Common misconception
Sibilance is only used to create a sinister atmosphere.
The repetition of 's' sound could also create a calming, soothing sound.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of the Edexcel Belonging anthology for this lesson.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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personification
onomatopoeia
sibilance