The Tiger in the Zoo
Thinking about the poem
1) Read the poem again and work in pairs or groups to do the following tasks.
(i) Find the words that describe the movements and action of the tiger in the cage and in the wild. Arrange them in two columns.
(ii) Find the words that describe the two places and arrange them in two columns.
Now try to share ideas about how the poet uses words and images to contrast the tow situation.
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2. Notice the use of a word repeated in line such as these:
i) On pods of velvet quiet. In his quiet rage.
ii) And stares with his brilliant eyes at the brilliant stars.
What do you think is the effect of this repetition?
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3. Read the following two poems – one about a tiger and the other about a panther. Then discuss:
Are zoos necssary for the protection or conservation of some species of animals? Are they useful for education the public? Are there alternatives to zoos?
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