We Real Cool flashcard

Front

What group of people is 'We Real Cool' written about?

Back

Pool players.

Front

What does the phrase 'strike straight' refer to in 'We Real Cool'?

Back

Playing pool.

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How would you describe the tone of 'We Real Cool'?

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Defiant and rebellious.

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What is the significance of the title 'We Real Cool'?

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It reflects the rebellious and nonconformist attitude of the young characters in the poem.

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What is the BEST synonym for the word 'lurk' in 'We Real Cool'?

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Loiter.

Front

Define 'nonconformist' as it relates to 'We Real Cool'.

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A person who does not conform to established customs or attitudes.

Front

What literary device is prominently used in 'We Real Cool'?

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Repetition.

Front

Identify a theme present in 'We Real Cool'.

Back

The struggle for identity among youth.

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What does the use of the word 'we' signify in 'We Real Cool'?

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A sense of collective identity among the characters.

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Explain the significance of the setting in 'We Real Cool'.

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It reflects the urban environment and lifestyle of the characters.