Dust of Snow by Robert Frost

Which among these affected the speaker in the poem?

• The chance act of a bird causing snow to fall on him.

• The presence of the crow on a winter day

• The chance to walk in the woods

• The chance to hear a crow's cawing

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What is the theme of this poem?

• Pets can bring joy to people who feel lonely.

• Winter is a time of year that makes people feel sad.

• Staying outdoors too long in the cold can be unhealthy.

• Being out in nature can make a person feel better.

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'And saved some part Of a day I had rued.' What does 'saved' mean here?

• protected from danger

• preserved for later use

• made worthwhile

• stored on an electronic device

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Choose the option showing the reason NOT corresponding with “……. a crow / Shook down on me / The dust of snow”.

• The crow landing on the branch of the tree.

• The crow readjusting its position on the branch.

• The crow cawing while being hidden in the foliage.

• The crow shivering due to the cold.

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Identify the option that DOES NOT use the word 'rue‘ correctly.

• The film was a disaster and he rued his decision to act in it.

• I am sure she rued the day she listened to a fortune-teller.

• It wasn‘t long before I rued my disobedience and my deceit.

• The one who is dishonest and heartless is finally rued by others.

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Of the many symbols the hemlock tree represents, choose the one that Frost drew upon in all likelihood, for this poem.

• Symbol of longevity

• Symbol of togetherness

• Symbol of healing

• Symbol of protection

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

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