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    The poem "The Chimney Sweeper" by William Blake criticizes the exploitation of child labor in 18th century English society. It attacks the political, social, and religious institutions that failed to prevent innocent children from being forced to work long hours cleaning chimneys without adequate pay or food. This posed serious health risks but the systems in place supported this abuse for the benefit of others. Though the chimney sweeps experience misery, the poem notes they remain outwardly happy in an effort to mask their suffering and complaints from the very authorities exploiting them.

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    The poem "The Chimney Sweeper" by William Blake criticizes the exploitation of child labor in 18th century English society. It attacks the political, social, and religious institutions that failed to prevent innocent children from being forced to work long hours cleaning chimneys without adequate pay or food. This posed serious health risks but the systems in place supported this abuse for the benefit of others. Though the chimney sweeps experience misery, the poem notes they remain outwardly happy in an effort to mask their suffering and complaints from the very authorities exploiting them.

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    MODULE III: POETRY

    THE CHIMNEY SWEEPER BY William Blake

    Compiled By Dr. Zahoor Ahmad Zahoor

    Q.NO. 1. Discuss the poem as a thorough and radical analysis of child slavery within the civilised
    English society.

    Ans: The Poem 'Chimney Sweeper' is from Songs of experience. Along these lines, it shows the
    unforgiving and unpleasant real factors of English contemporary society of William Blake. It derises
    and rebukes the supposed 'mainstays of ethical quality' in exceptionally unforgiving and incredible
    words/terms. The writer lashes out at political, social and strict frameworks which neglected to
    check the threat of kid work. In actuality, these frameworks work in agreement to sustain these
    abominations upon blameless spirits. These kids workers are made to work for quite a long time
    without giving them adequate dinners or wages. Relevantly, they are presented to genuine
    wellbeing dangers. The Poet talks completely and in heartfelt terms against these foundations also,
    individuals who exploit kids for their own benefits. This is infact a scathing attack on otherwise
    cultured and civilised English society.

    Q. NO. 2. In the poem, the underlining cause of exploitation as a result of exploitation as a result
    of a system of ideas (here, religious good or an abstract idea of good) is given precedence over the
    miseries of human life. How far do you agree? Give a reasoned answer.

    Ans: Without a doubt, the Poet gives priority to the fundamental reason for abuse. He is a visionary
    and a progressive writer. Therefore, he takes this chance to erupt his whip on the establishments of
    religion, parenthood furthermore, socio-legislative issues which leave no stone unturned to incur
    cold-bloodedness and treachery for little, guiltless youngsters. These organizations which should get
    the fate of kids and give them better open doors in life really ruin their lives even at a particularly
    youthful age as six at the point when they can't articulate the word 'clear' appropriately.
    Consequently, Blake communicates his indignation and anger at such individuals and establishments
    that tyranise honest kids for their own benefits. Guardians, Kings/States and Priests are held liable
    for destroying the present and future of Small children.

    Q.NO. 3. The Chimney Sweeper remains happy before and after having to work as a sweep despite
    the fact that he is outspoken about the way he has been exploited. Comment on the sweep's
    problematic perspective.

    Ans: Blake is in consonance with Rousseau's thought that man is conceived free and wherever he is
    in chains. This remains constant in his English contemporary society where kids are compelled to
    work from a young age as 6 years. Kids are guiltless/innocent. They don't figure out how to vent
    their feelings and complaints. Youngsters/children partake in their short snapshots of opportunity,
    they sing and dance prior and then afterward the extended periods of stack clearing. Be that as it
    may, they endure horribly during work. This is the place where the issue lies with the range's point
    of view. He giggles and plays, sings and moves in short scenes of joy and opportunity. This passes on
    a wrong message to the guardians, state and rulers. Therefore, they proceed taking advantage of
    these youngsters and can't to sympathize with their aggravation and languishing.

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