How does the poet use point of view to achieve a sense of tension?

by not revealing the life experiences that have created a realistic perspective in the speaker

by not communicating the activities the speaker enjoyed when he was a child

by not detailing whether or not the boy is able to catch the butterfly

by not identifying the relationship between the speaker and the boy

Read the incomplete summary of the poem. "A father dreams of his past, while his son dreams of his future." Which sentence should be added to make a complete summary?

Both the father and the son are glad for their dreams

In the son’s dream, he fights righteous battles

In the father’s dream, he strolls with old friends.

Both the father and the son share their dreams with one another

Read the quotation from Dante’s “The Divine Comedy” written during the 1300s. "There is no greater sorrow Than to recall a happy time When miserable." How does the poet of the modern work, “The Dreams,” draw on a similar theme?

by recognizing the presence of longing at the end of one’s life

by suggesting that it is impossible to feel joyful when presented with grief

by illustrating the importance of life’s passions

by expressing the worst qualities of one’s inner thoughts

Read lines 5 and 21 from the poem. "One was a dream of a shady lane (line 5) The other dream ran fast and free, (line 21) " How does the word choice affect the meaning of the poem?

by reinforcing the different speeds of life referenced in the two dreams

by highlighting the exciting natures of both dreams

by conveying the troubled emotional states of the main characters

by suggesting that the main characters have little in common

What inference can be made about the speaker?

The speaker has fond memories of his past.

The speaker is confused by his dream.

The speaker has dreamt this dream before

The speaker is a private person by nature.

Read lines 25-28 from the poem. "For ’t was a dream of times to come— Of the glorious noon of day— Of the summer that follows the careless spring When the child is done with play." To what is the metaphor referring in the lines?

the time period while attending school

How does the contrast between the rhythm of lines 1-20 with the rhythm of lines 21-40 contribute to the meaning of the poem?

The rhythm of lines 1-20 conveys a sense of leisurely remembrances, while the rhythm of lines 21-40 suggests a hurried excitement.

The rhythm of lines 1-20 highlights the doubt of the speaker, while the rhythm of lines 21-40 illustrates the trust of the speaker’s son.

The rhythm of lines 1-20 begins with a reflection of the speaker’s life, while the rhythm of lines 21-40 ends with a hope for the speaker’s future.

The rhythm of lines 1-20 expresses the quality of otherworldliness in dreams, while the rhythm of lines 21-40 expresses the truths that often appear in dreams.

Which set of lines from the poem supports the inference that the speaker has fond memories of his past?

“And the people that peopled the old-time dream Were pleasant and fair to see, And the dreamer he walked with them again As often of old walked he.” (lines 9-12)

“Two dreams came down to earth one night From the realm of mist and dew; One was a dream of the old, old days, And one was a dream of the new.” (lines 1-4)

“The other dream ran fast and free, As the moon benignly shed Her golden grace on the smiling face In the little trundle bed.” (lines 21-24)

“So from our dreams my boy and I Unwillingly awoke, But neither of his precious dream Unto the other spoke.” (lines 49-52)

How does the personification of the Titanic in lines 5-12 impact the meaning of the poem?

It emphasizes the splendor of the Titanic.

It highlights the sturdiness of the Titanic.

It expresses the enormity of the Titanic

It illustrates the popularity of the Titanic.

How does the reader’s awareness of the looming iceberg create suspense?

The reader knows that the Titanic is traveling too fast in dangerous waters.

The reader knows that the Titanic is depending on the wrong people for help.

The reader knows that the Titanic is relying on misinformation provided to them by others.

The reader knows that the Titanic is straying off course from its intended route.

How does the metaphor in lines 15-20 impact the poem?

It creates a fearful and menacing tone

It creates a remorseful and solemn tone.

It creates a sorrowful and despairing tone.

It creates a shocked and astounded tone.

How do the Captain’s and Colonel Astor’s actions convey the theme?

The characters’ fearlessness in the midst of danger illustrates the heroism born from tragic circumstances.

The characters’ sympathy towards the other passengers illustrates the value of setting aside personal differences.

The characters’ refusal to give up illustrates the importance of appreciating each and every moment that life offers.

The characters’ determination to help illustrates the importance of evaluating all the facts before making an important decision.

What does Colonel Astor’s dialogue with his wife reveal about his character?

He does not want to give his wife cause for alarm.

He is eager to demonstrate his military training to his wife.

He does not feel he or his wife is facing serious danger.

He cares more about himself than how his wife feels

Which set of lines supports the inference that the tragedy of the Titanic might have been avoided?

“Warned by a German vessel Of an enemy just ahead” (lines 17-18)

“Going out to plow the briny deep, And was on her western flight;” (lines 11-12)

“When the watchman viewed the monster Just a mile from it, ’Twas seen.” (lines 15-16)

“But alas, she struck asunder To last forever more,” (lines 27-28)

Which set of lines best illustrates the Captain’s selflessness?

The Captain thought not of his life But stood there to the last” (lines 37-38)

“Was an Admiral of seasoned mind En route to the western land.” (lines 35-36)

“Outstretched hands offered reward For his brave and heroic deed” (lines 41-42)

Was carried to his grave On the last and greatest ship, was he,” (lines 46-47)

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Read lines 24-25. "Doth plainly show what hazards some men run To get what will be lost as soon as won."What does the speaker mean in these lines?

What tone is established in lines 14-19?

Which set of words from lines 14-19 best supports the answer to Part A in question number 2?

How does the phrase “painted nothings” in line 18 affect the meaning of the poem?

Which theme is best supported by evidence in the poem?

Which set of lines illustrates the speaker’s feelings that the boy’s quest for the butterfly is a waste of time?

What do lines 7-10 reveal about the boy?

How does the poet use point of view to achieve a sense of tension?

Read the incomplete summary of the poem. "A father dreams of his past, while his son dreams of his future."Which sentence should be added to make a complete summary?

Read the quotation from Dante’s “The Divine Comedy” written during the 1300s. "There is no greater sorrow Than to recall a happy time When miserable." How does the poet of the modern work, “The Dreams,” draw on a similar theme?

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Read lines 24-25.
"Doth plainly show what hazards some men run To get what will be lost as soon as won."
What does the speaker mean in these lines?

Read the incomplete summary of the poem.
"A father dreams of his past, while his son dreams of his future."
Which sentence should be added to make a complete summary?

Read the quotation from Dante’s “The Divine Comedy” written during the 1300s.
"There is no greater sorrow Than to recall a happy time When miserable."
How does the poet of the modern work, “The Dreams,” draw on a similar theme?