American Masters

What does Whitman think is more important?

• worksheets from science class
• actual outdoors experiences
• lectures on stars
• examples on the board

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What class of workers does Whitman celebrate in "I Hear America Singing"?

• housewives
• singers
• laborers
• athletes

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Based on the poem "I Hear America Singing," how does Whitman feel towards the people in the poem?

• unfriendly
• annoyed
• bored
• kindly

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The use of the word "singing" in "I Hear America Singing" is an example of

• repetend
• repetition
• anaphora
• refrain

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In "I Hear America Singing," what do the laborers do at night?

• sleep
• read Whitman's poetry
• party
• complete Mrs. Weger's assignments

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What is the name of Whitman's great book of poetry?

• Leaves of Grass
• Blades of Grass
• Eating Tatertot Casserole
• America

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This poet published his/her poetry at his/her own expense.

• Whitman
• Dickinson

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This poet did not leave his/her house.

• Whitman
• Dickinson

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This poet used a predictable rhyme scheme and meter.rr

• Whitman
• Dickinson

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This poet used free verse.

• Whitman
• Dickinson

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