Question

One way to understand a piece of literature is to look at it in its historical context. In an essay, tell how knowing the historical context helps you better understand the poetry in this section. Use examples from "The Wanderer" to illustrate this historical connection.

Answer 1

Students should tell how migration and leaving one's home was a common occurrence at this time, and knowing this can help understand and appreciate the poems. Students may use examples of exile on the sea in "The Seafarer," exile from home and companions in "The Wayfarer," and exile from home and the one you love in "The Wife's Lament."

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