Fire and Ice - Poem

How does the last line develop the theme of the poem?

• It suggests that opposite beliefs will destroy each other.

• It draws a conclusion about the strength of emotions.

• It emphasizes concerns about the environment.

• It establishes that different sides can work together.

What does fire most likely represent?

• destruction

• not caring

• wanting

• fighting

What does ice most likely represent?

• uncaring & indifference

• anger & dislike

• war & arguing

• beliefs & idea

Which statement best represents a theme of the poem?

• Humans need to understand the threat of environmental destruction.

• Humans will destroy themselves with uncontrolled emotions.

• War is unavoidable, and humans must prepare.

• War most often happens between those with opposing ideas.

Which of the following is probably true about the speaker?

• The speaker has experienced the same emotions that are discussed in the poem.

• The speaker has been a victim of the emotions discussed in the poem.

• The speaker believes that people will destroy the Earth, and this can't be avoided.

• The speaker believes that climate change will result in extreme hot and cold temperatures.