• In 1850, the year "Proem" was published, Tennyson was appointed as England's poet laureate, succeeding William Wordsworth. Investigate how the contrasting styles of these two poets influenced British literature.

• Explore the seven stages of grief as described by Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and other psychologists. Identify which sections of the poem relate to each stage.

• The poem describes night and day as "orbs of light and shade." Research the ancient belief that the sun and planets were encased in spheres surrounding the Earth and create a three-dimensional model to illustrate this concept for your class.

• Towards the conclusion of the poem, Tennyson, one of Britain's renowned poets, seeks God's forgiveness for his "wild and wandering cries." In contrast, many of today's popular musicians often boast about their successes. Write a poem or essay expressing your views on the significance of humility.