If a situation can correctly be described as vile, which of the following must be true?

a. It would make you feel disgusted.

b. It would lead you to seek out similar situations.

c. It would be a moment you would forever cherish.

d. It would involve a relationship that would confuse you.

“In “The Song of the Mud,” what is the most significant aspect of war represented by the mud?

c. the power of war to strip individuals of value

a. the physical discomfort of war

b. the brutal cruelty of people during war

d. nature’s reaction to and protest against war

“Dulce et Decorum Est” can be divided into two halves. How does the first half (lines 1–14) differ most clearly from the second half (lines 15–28)?

b. In the first half, the speaker describes a gas attack; in the second half, the speaker uses the event to try to convince readers that war should not be glorified.

a. In the first half, the speaker claims that soldiers stay on the front lines for too long; in the second half, he urges more men to join the army to support their brothers in arms.

c. In the first half, the speaker condemns war as brutal and unnecessary; in the second half, the speaker tells why it is considered honorable by so many.

d. In the first half, the speaker tells what is horrible about war; in the second half, the speaker tells why the soldiers must be brave to endure it

Which of the following describes the most likely purpose of “Dulce et Decorum Est”?

a. to persuade readers that war is not grand but horrible

b. to inspire readers to support the war against an evil enemy

c. to reassure readers that the terrible war will be won in the end

d. to show readers that despite the horrors of war, the fight is necessary

Which are two tones that create a contrast in “The Song of the Mud”?

c. sarcastic or ironic vs. outraged or accusatory

a. lonely or nostalgic vs. celebratory or joyous

b. angry or outraged vs. cool or indifferent

d. casual or good-humored vs. annoyed or upset

The title “Dulce et Decorum Est” can be translated as “It is sweet and honorable.” Which statement best explains the irony of this title?

b. The title suggests that death in war is a glorious and honorable necessity, but the poem describes the death and suffering in war as horrible and obscene.

a. The poem describes the exhaustion and suffering of soldiers who have honorably served their country and can now rest; this is a sharp reinforcement of the idea in the title.

c. The poem’s title suggests that war is a good and honorable undertaking, a fact that is illustrated by the soldier who endures death by gas so heroically.

d. The title suggests that death in war is honorable and praiseworthy, but the poem shows that the soldiers do not deserve honor.

Read these lines from “Dulce et Decorum Est.” If in some smothering dreams you too could pace Behind the wagon that we flung him in, And watch the white eyes writhing in his face, His hanging face, like a devil’s sick of sin; If you could hear, at every jolt, the blood Come gargling from the froth-corrupted lungs, Obscene as cancer, bitter as the cud Of vile, incurable sores on innocent tongues . . . (lines 17–24) Which statement best explains how the word choices in these lines suggest a theme?

b. Words such as gargling and froth-corrupted focus on disturbing physical details of death, suggesting that war degrades rather than ennobles.

a. Words such as devil’s and sin focus on the evil in war, suggesting that humans are naturally disposed to do harm to each other

c. Words such as incurable and innocent focus on the soldier’s pitiable condition, suggesting that the soldiers deserve sympathy

d. Words such as hanging and jolt focus on the discomfort of the wagon ride, suggesting that war is painful and disorienting.

Think about the denotation of marched in this sentence. The soldiers marched on through the mud with stubborn determination. Which underlined synonym for marched has the most negative connotation?

b. Exhausted, the hikers trudged wearily through the mud.

a. The winning contestants strode proudly past the judges in the stands

c. I paraded up and down the street to show off my uniform.

d. We walked in twos toward the school bus

Read the following sentence, and think about the denotation of the word brave. The squad members survived, thanks to the brave actions of their sergeant. In these sentences, which underlined synonym for brave has the most positive connotation?

c. Dashawn admitted he was wrong with unflinching honesty and accepted his punishment.

a. It was bold of Jan to answer the question when he was not sure he knew the answer.

b. Darryl went from interview to interview with plucky determination until he was hired

d. It was courageous of Miko to stand up for her friend during the argument

What is the primary theme of the poem “Dulce et Decorum Est”?

b. The harsh realities and horrors of war

c. The camaraderie among soldiers

d. The strategic brilliance of military leaders

In “The Song of the Mud,” how does the speaker use imagery to convey the impact of war?

b. By illustrating the destruction and chaos caused by war

a. By describing the beauty of the battlefield

c. By focusing on the technological advancements in warfare

d. By highlighting the bravery of soldiers

Which quote provides the best evidence that political leaders benefit from war?

It inspires tyrants / to deliver long speeches / awards medals to generals (Lines 14-16)

Early in the morning / it wakes up the sirens / and dispatches ambulances (Lines 4-6)

adds pages to to the history books / achieves equality / between killer and killed (Lines 21-23)

It works with unparalleled diligence! (Line 34)

Which statement would the narrator most likely agree with?

We each have only one special love in our life

You can never trust someone you love

Which sentence helps us understand the sadness of war.

The rain came down and landed on the wounded like a mother's tears.

The cannons roared and the soldiers marched up the hill.

The flag whipped in the wind as the ship swept the sea.

The warplanes roared into battle and exchanged fire.

How does Wilfred Owen portray the soldiers in "Dulce et Decorum Est"?

As tired, worn out, and disillusioned

As heroic and unyielding warriors

As noble and proud of their sacrifices

Song of the Mud/Dulce et Decorum Est

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MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which of the following are characteristics of the mud in the poem “The Song of the Mud”? Choose three options.

a. It covers the soldiers.

b. It slides down a mountain.

c. It swallows the dead without leaving a mark of their passing

d. It clogs the machinery of war and causes it to break down.

f. It causes nations to go to war over territory

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

In “The Song of the Mud,” what is the speaker’s attitude toward war?

a. She believes it is a necessary evil that must be endured.

b. She thinks it is something to celebrate by singing about it.

c. She condemns it as a wasteful slaughter of people.

d. She supports the war effort and thinks it is a heroic opportunity.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

In “Dulce et Decorum Est,” what wartime memory haunts the speaker’s dreams?

a. the bloody feet of comrades who had lost their boots

b. the exhausting and mindless march through sludge

c. the sound of artillery shells exploding nearby

d. the death of a comrade during a gas attack

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2 mins • 1 pt

Which is the best restatement of these lines from “Dulce et Decorum Est”?
The old Lie: Dulce et Decorum est
Pro patria mori. (lines 27–28)

a. It is a lie to say that war and death are never necessary.

b. It is a lie to say that it is sweet and glorious to die for your country.

c. It is a lie to say that death always finds the innocent in war.

d. It is a lie to say that fighting for one’s country cannot be honorable.

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Which of the following would most likely be described as an impertinent person in a soldier’s life?

a. an angry commanding officer

b. an inexperienced fellow soldier

c. a disrespectful soldier lower in rank

d. an enemy soldier caught running away

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2 mins • 1 pt

In which of the following circumstances would something found on a battlefield most likely be described as putrid?

a. if it was badly wounded

b. if it was rotting and decayed

c. if it was left behind by the enemy

d. if it was a nonfunctioning piece of equipment

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In “The Song of the Mud,” why does the speaker call mud “the disguise of the war zone” (line 50)?

a. The mud makes it hard to move the heavy guns.

b. The mud makes fighting difficult for the soldiers

c. The mud covers over the death and destruction of war.

d. The mud coats the soldiers so they can hide from the enemy.

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Song of the Mud/Dulce et Decorum Est

Which of the following are characteristics of the mud in the poem “The Song of the Mud”? Choose three options.

In “The Song of the Mud,” what is the speaker’s attitude toward war?

In “Dulce et Decorum Est,” what wartime memory haunts the speaker’s dreams?

Which is the best restatement of these lines from “Dulce et Decorum Est”? The old Lie: Dulce et Decorum est Pro patria mori. (lines 27–28)

Which of the following would most likely be described as an impertinent person in a soldier’s life?

In which of the following circumstances would something found on a battlefield most likely be described as putrid?

In “The Song of the Mud,” why does the speaker call mud “the disguise of the war zone” (line 50)?

If a situation can correctly be described as vile, which of the following must be true?

“In “The Song of the Mud,” what is the most significant aspect of war represented by the mud?

“Dulce et Decorum Est” can be divided into two halves. How does the first half (lines 1–14) differ most clearly from the second half (lines 15–28)?

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Which is the best restatement of these lines from “Dulce et Decorum Est”?
The old Lie: Dulce et Decorum est
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