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What does Larkin's speaker feel about churches at the beginning of the poem?
Think about his observations and initial tone.
What important life events does the speaker associate with churches?
Consider the purpose of churches in people’s lives.
What tone does the speaker initially have towards the church?
Consider how he describes his expectations.
Does the speaker ultimately affirm the importance of the church in modern life?
Think about his reflections in the latter part of the poem.
Critique how Larkin's approach in 'Church Going' reflects the changing landscape of faith in the 20th century.
Evaluate his insights against historical trends in religion.
Discuss the metaphorical implications of the church as a 'serious house on serious earth.'
Reflect on the language choice and what it reveals about human connection to space.
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