09/26/2025 Whitman's Diction

Multiple Choice

What is the “singing” that the speaker hears in "I Hear America Singing"?

• the language of different ethnic groups in the American melting pot

• the songs from foreign lands brought to America by immigrants

• the individuality of Americans in various walks of life

• the poetry of Whitman and other American poets

Multiple Choice

According to the notes regarding Whitman's Democratic Voice, he uses ______ language

• Formal language

• Colloquial language

• Elevated tone

• American references

Multiple Choice

What effect do Whitman's word choices have on the tone of the poem?

• Joy and celebration

• Drudgery

• Ownership and pride

• Exclusivity

Multiple Choice

What are the key techniques used by Whitman to create a democratic form in his poetry?

• Free Verse Structure

• Cataloging

• Colloquial Diction

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would most likely be colloquial?

• An academic speech
• A page from a textbook
• A conversation between friends
• A conversation between an office worker and his superior (his boss)

Poll

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