"The Very Merry Voyage of the Macaroni Man"

What can be inferred from lines 10–11?

• His mother understands that water can be dangerous for the Macaroni Man.

• His mother is certain he will be late for tea if he takes a sea voyage

  around the world.

• His mother worries often about the Macaroni Man and wants him to

  take trains since it is faster.

• His mother believes the Macaroni Man should spend his time with her when there is good weather.

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Which line shows the Macaroni Man is traveling at a fast speed?

• “He sailed so far that he felt sure he would be late for tea.”

• “ ‘In time for tea, although I’ll be perhaps a trifle late.’ ”

• “He skimmed the Red Sea like a bird—the Indian Ocean crossed”

• “ ‘But hurry in, my happy boy, I’ve waited on tea an hour.’ ”

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

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Which quote suggests the Macaroni Man enjoys being on his boat?

• “You may hear the thrilling tale / of the merry Macaroni Man’s

  extraordinary sail.”

• “ ‘Although the sun is shining bright, I fear that it may rain;’ ”

• “And when the steam blew toward him, he just steered the other

  way.”

• “Then merrily his gallant ship sped o’er the bounding main,”

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CCSS.RL.7.10

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Based on lines 26 and 27, how does the Macaroni Man feel when the steam blows in his face?

• silly and amused

• joyful and relaxed

• tired and confused

• regretful and worried

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How does the poet’s reference to geographical places contribute to meaning of the poem?

• by creating vibrant images in each stanza

• by having a specific focus in each stanza

• by increasing the tension in the poem

• by adding mystery to the poem

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CCSS.RL.7.10

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How does the last stanza contribute to the meaning of the poem?

• It states the purpose of the Macaroni Man’s journey.

• It connects the conflict to the Macaroni Man’s mother.

• It describes the resolution of the Macaroni Man’s journey.

• It explains the unexpected lesson of the Macaroni Man’s day.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

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How does the first stanza contribute to the development of the poem?

• It gives the historical background of the Macaroni Man.

• It gives a physical description of the Macaroni Man.

• It introduces the conflict between the characters.

• It states the purpose of the ship’s journey.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

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How does the use of dialogue in the first, third, and last stanza contribute to the meaning of the poem?

• by showing irony in Macaroni Man’s situation

• by adding humor to the story of Macaroni Man

• by providing descriptive details about the setting

• by revealing details about the characters’ relationships

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