Will You Come? by Edward Thomas - Quiz
Will You Come by Edward Thomas
A) Humorous and lighthearted
B) Angry and defiant
C) Joyful and celebratory
D) Melancholy and contemplative
  • 2. The poem begins with an invitation. What is the speaker inviting someone to do?
A) To attend a formal party.
B) To walk with him in the countryside.
C) To share a secret plan.
D) To help him with a difficult task.
  • 3. What kind of weather is described in the poem?
A) A foggy and mysterious morning.
B) A harsh and stormy winter night.
C) A mixture of sun and rain, or uncertain weather.
D) A bright and sunny summer day.
  • 4. The speaker mentions the "hedge-row" and the "road." What do these suggest about the setting?
A) A bustling city street.
B) A rural, possibly somewhat wild, environment.
C) A manicured garden.
D) A desolate desert landscape.
  • 5. What emotion seems to be central to the speaker's request?
A) Curiosity and a thirst for knowledge.
B) Frustration and annoyance.
C) Excitement and adventure.
D) Loneliness and a desire for companionship.
  • 6. The phrase "though I may not speak" implies what about the speaker's communication style?
A) He is naturally eloquent and persuasive.
B) He has lost his voice due to illness.
C) He is reserved or finds it difficult to express himself verbally.
D) He prefers to communicate through gestures.
  • 7. What does the speaker hope to share with the invited person?
A) A philosophical debate.
B) A feast of food and drink.
C) Exciting news and gossip.
D) A quiet, shared experience of nature.
  • 8. The poem subtly hints at the passage of time. How is this suggested?
A) Through descriptions of aging people.
B) By directly stating the date and time.
C) By mentioning historical events.
D) Through references to changing light or seasons.
  • 9. The speaker's questioning nature is evident. What is he questioning?
A) Whether the other person will accept his invitation and the nature of their relationship.
B) The best route to take.
C) The meaning of life.
D) The current political climate.
  • 10. What is the significance of the speaker's repeated use of "Will you come?"
A) It signifies his complete lack of interest.
B) It emphasizes his hesitant hope and uncertainty.
C) It shows his forceful demand.
D) It indicates he is bored.
  • 11. The poem creates a sense of intimacy. How is this achieved?
A) By focusing on external events and actions.
B) By describing a large gathering of people.
C) Through the use of complex scientific language.
D) Through the direct address and the implied shared experience.
  • 12. What is implied about the relationship between the speaker and the invited person?
A) It is a relationship that could be deepened by shared experience.
B) It is a strained and antagonistic relationship.
C) It is a relationship of casual acquaintance.
D) It is a relationship of deep animosity.
  • 13. The poem evokes a sense of the natural world. What elements of nature are present?
A) Deserts, mountains, and oceans.
B) Urban parks and carefully cultivated flowerbeds.
C) Fields, hedges, roads, light, and perhaps birdsong.
D) Tropical rainforests and exotic wildlife.
  • 14. The speaker's invitation is not overly demanding. This suggests:
A) He values the other person's free will and comfort.
B) He is completely indifferent to the outcome.
C) He is testing the other person's loyalty.
D) He is trying to manipulate the other person.
  • 15. What is the prevailing mood associated with the landscape described?
A) Quiet, understated beauty, possibly tinged with sadness.
B) Ominous and foreboding.
C) Chaotic and unsettling.
D) Vibrant and energetic.
  • 16. The poem is often interpreted as reflecting Edward Thomas's personal experiences. What might the invitation symbolize in a broader sense?
A) A desire for connection and understanding in a solitary existence.
B) An invitation to an artistic collaboration.
C) A call to political action.
D) A plea for financial assistance.
  • 17. The invitation is to walk. What does walking often symbolize in poetry?
A) A frantic escape.
B) A military march.
C) A journey, reflection, or shared experience.
D) A race or competition.
  • 18. What is the implied consequence if the invited person does not come?
A) The speaker will immediately forget about the invitation.
B) The speaker will be enraged.
C) The speaker will find someone else to accompany him.
D) The speaker will likely remain alone with his thoughts.
  • 19. The poem is characterized by its simplicity. What effect does this have on the reader?
A) It allows for a direct and emotional connection with the speaker's feelings.
B) It makes the poem difficult to understand.
C) It creates a sense of detachment.
D) It overwhelms the reader with complex ideas.
  • 20. What kind of dialogue is the poem, in essence?
A) A public announcement.
B) A heated argument.
C) A factual report.
D) A one-sided invitation, seeking a response.
  • 21. The speaker's awareness of his own potential silence suggests:
A) A deliberate act of withholding information.
B) An eagerness to dominate the conversation.
C) A self-consciousness about his ability to engage verbally.
D) A belief that words are unnecessary.
  • 22. What might the "uncertain" weather represent metaphorically in the poem?
A) A celebration of natural cycles.
B) The ambiguity of relationships or future possibilities.
C) A clear sign of impending danger.
D) A reflection of perfect harmony.
  • 23. The invitation is framed as a gentle request, not a demand. This indicates:
A) An attempt to create obligation.
B) A lack of conviction in the invitation.
C) A desire to exert control.
D) Respect for the other person's autonomy.
  • 24. What is the overall feeling evoked by the poem's ending?
A) Disappointment and anger.
B) Excitement and anticipation of immediate action.
C) Lingering hope, uncertainty, and a quiet sense of solitude.
D) Resolution and complete happiness.
  • 25. Edward Thomas is known for his poetry about nature and the English countryside. How does "Will You Come?" fit into this thematic trend?
A) It is an allegory for industrialization.
B) It criticizes the natural world.
C) It uses the rural setting as a backdrop for exploring human emotions and relationships.
D) It is purely a descriptive poem with no emotional content.
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