The Rider - poem

Part A How does the author’s swift riding contribute to the theme of the story?

• It shows that it is easier to escape loneliness by rollerskating than by riding a bicycle.

• It shows that loneliness is a feeling people want to escape.

• It shows that winning a race can help you appreciate the beauty of nature.

• It shows that riding a bicycle is a more satisfying activity than rollerskating.

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Part B Which detail from the poem best supports the answer to Part A?

• if he roller-skated fast enough - his loneliness couldn’t catch up to him

• pedaling hard down King William Street

• while you float free..., - pink petals that have never felt loneliness

• What I wonder tonight … - is if it translates to bicycles.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

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CCSS.RL.7.10

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Part A Which trait BEST describes the speaker in “The Rider”?

• afraid

• lonely

• angry

• happy

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Part B Which detail from the poem best supports the answer to Part A?

• his loneliness couldn’t catch up to him

• A victory! To leave your loneliness - panting behind you

• while you float free..., - pink petals that have never felt loneliness

• What I wonder tonight … - is if it translates to bicycles

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5