1. With close reference to up to 40 lines of verse, analyse how Hughes presents animal life.
2. With reference to a maximum of 40 lines of verse, examine how Hughes presents the natural elements in his poetry.
3. Using a maximum of 40 lines of verse, discuss the idea that Hughes is interested in exploring issues of danger and power.
4. “Nature is brutal and violent.” In what ways is this true of the poetry of Ted Hughes?
5. By focusing closely on a maximum of 40 lines of verse, examine how landscape is presented in Ted Hughes’ poetry.
6. Hughes’ poetic language is always vividly dramatic. Discuss this statement with close reference to 40 lines of Hughes’ verse.
7. With reference to a maximum of 40 lines of verse, examine the poetic voice of Hughes poetry.
