- Why is the view of country living presented in Marlowe’s “The Passionate Shepherd to His Love” idyllic?
The shepherd describes his life as devoid of manual, intensive labor. The shepherd presents a realistic description of life in the countryside. The shepherd expresses his sentiments in a heartfelt manner.
- How does the nymph feel about the shepherd in Raleigh’s poem?
She loves him deeply.
She is unsure of his sincerity.
She is bored with his courtship.
- How does the speaker in Marlowe’s poem compare to the speaker in Raleigh’s poem?
She is unsure of his sincerity.
She is bored with his courtship.