Sadie and Maud poem

Which of the following identifies the central theme of the poem?

• Following the rules and fulfilling others’ expectations will not necessarily result in happiness.

• No matter how hard you may try, you cannot control your fate.

• Parents can often be judgemental of the choices their children make.

• People who forgo college are just as likely to find success as those who attend.

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Which section from the text best supports the central theme of the poem?

• “Maud went to college. / Sadie stayed home.” (Lines 1-2)

• “Maud and Ma and Papa / Nearly died of shame.” (Lines 11-12)

• “When Sadie said her last so-long / Her girls struck out from home.” (Lines 13-14)

• “Maud, who went to college, / Is a thin brown mouse. / She is living all alone” (Lines 17-19)

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How does Sadie’s character differ from Maud’s?

• Sadie was a wild child, while Maud was dedicated to furthering her education.

• Sadie wasn’t ambitious, while Maud continued to better herself through education

• Sadie did what made her happy, while Maud did what was expected of her.

• Sadie was disrespectful to their parents, while Maud lived to please them.

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Which detail from the text best describes the difference between Sadie and Maud's character?

• “Maud went to college. / Sadie stayed home. / Sadie scraped life / With a fine-tooth comb.” (Lines 1-4)

• “Sadie bore two babies / Under her maiden name. / Maud and Ma and Papa / Nearly died of shame.” (Lines 9-12)

• “When Sadie said her last so-long / Her girls

  struck out from home. / (Sadie left as heritage / Her fine-tooth comb.)” (Lines 13-16)

• “Maud, who went to college, / Is a thin brown mouse. / She is living all alone / In this old house.” (Lines 17-20)

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How does stanza 3 (Lines 9-12) contribute to the development of the poem’s theme?

(select all that apply)

• While Maud does not have any children, Sadie “bore two babies / Under her maiden name” (Lines 9-10). Her family’s “shame” indicates that this is something that is looked down upon by society (Line 12).

• Stanza 3 reveals that Sadie not only takes control of her life when deciding whether or not she wants to pursue a higher education, but also in terms of creating a family.

• Stanza 3 reveals that Sadie has feelings of guilt and shame because she does not meet the expectations of her family and society.

• Stanza 3 reveals that college is not for everyone and that even those who don't attend can find success in life.

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Which best represents the theme of the poem “Sadie and Maud?”

• Going against the grain of society is perfectly acceptable

• Sisters should love each other always

• Having children is bad

• You should always trust your family and friends to help you get through hard times

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What type of figurative language is used in the line, “Maud and Ma and Papa nearly died of shame?”

• Personification

• Onomatopoeia

• Symbolism

• Hyperbole

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What is the tone of the poem “Sadie and Maud?”

• Scary

• Serious

• Happy

• Grateful

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How does Sadie’s character differ from Maud’s? (Choose the best answer)

• Sadie was a wild child, while Maud wanted to further her education

• Sadie wasn’t ambitious, while Maud continued to better herself

• Sadie did what made her happy, while Maud did what was expected of her.

• Sadie was disrespectful to their parents, while Maud lived to please them.

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Which of the following lines represents imagery?

• “Sadie scraped life with a fine-tooth comb. She didn’t leave a tangle in. Her comb found every strand.”

• ”Sadie was one of the livingest chits in all the land.”

• “Maud, who went to college, is a thin brown mouse.”

• “She is living all alone in this old house.”

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