Comprehension Check: Still I Rise

Front

What is the main theme of the poem 'Still I Rise'?

Back

The speaker can get through anything they face, because they believe in themselves.

Front

How would you describe the speaker's tone in the poem?

Back

The speaker's tone can best be described as confident.

Front

What prestigious award did Dr. Maya Angelou receive in 2010?

Back

Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Front

What does the word 'bear' mean in the context of the line 'Welling and swelling I bear in the tide'?

Back

To carry.

Front

Who is the speaker addressing in the lines 'Did you want to see me broken?'

Back

Someone who doesn't want them to be successful.

Front

What literary device is used in the phrase 'I’m a black ocean, leaping and wide'?

Back

Metaphor.

Front

What does the phrase 'oil wells pumping in my living room' symbolize?

Back

Wealth, confidence, and abundance.

Front

What is the significance of the repeated phrase 'I rise' in the poem?

Back

It emphasizes resilience and determination.

Front

How does the speaker's identity influence the message of the poem?

Back

The speaker's identity as a Black woman shapes the themes of strength and overcoming oppression.

Front

What role does imagery play in 'Still I Rise'?

Back

Imagery enhances the emotional impact and conveys the speaker's strength and defiance.