Dulce Et Decorum Est

Opening paragraph

Start by talking about Vitai Lampada

Late 19th century poem that talks about a young mans patriotic duty, and the important lessons that are to be taught at school. Starts with a public school cricket match. Describe this verse. Typical public school scene. Desperate situation, but of course it is not that desperate – it is only a game. The boy encouraged to do the right thing – to do his best no matter how hopeless the situation. Use quotations to help illustrate the points you make.

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Second verse. This time the situation is desperate. Lots of quotation here, please. Almost melodramatic ‘river of death’ etc. A bad situation, but described in distant terms and as if it is t...