See It Through Poem

Read line 4 from the poem.

Plant your feet and take a brace.

Which meaning of plant is used in this line?

• To put into the dirt

• To put firmly in place

• A young tree or vegetable

• A factory or industrial building

Read line 9 from the poem.

Black may be the clouds about you

What are the black clouds?

• People who help you

• Clouds that are full of rain

• Happier times in the future

• Troubles or difficulties

Read line 11 from the poem.

But don't let your nerve desert you;

Which meaning of nerve is used in this line?

• A band of tissue that controls movement or feeling

• A rude attitude that upsets others

• Power, strength, and courage

• A sore or sensitive point

Read line 15 from the poem.

Running from it will not save you,

What does the speaker mean by “running from it”?

• Avoiding or denying your problems

• Going back and forth between places

• Moving at a very fast speed

• Talking very quickly

What is one theme or message of this poem?

• Friends can help us through the toughest of times.

• Recognizing goodness in people will make you happy.

• Working on a problem is better than avoiding it or quitting.

• We should treat other people the way we want to be treated.

Which life lesson does the poet express in “See It Through”?

• Never be afraid of the challenges ahead.

• It is important to always try your hardest.

• You can never fall if you are always trying

• Leaning on others can help you overcome troubles.

The author's tone can be described as...

• Questioning

• Gloomy

• Encouraging

• Approving

What is the most likely reason the poet includes the lines below?

When you’re up against a trouble,

Meet it squarely, face to face;

• To explain how to see someone better

• To suggest that problems should not be ignored

• To highlight the idea that the clouds look like faces

• To identify what trouble it is

The use of repetition of the phrase "See it through!" in this poem suggests that the poet...

• Would like to run away from their problems

• Feels strongly about anyways trying your best

• is curious about what the future holds

• Knows when to give up

The overall tone of this poem could be described as ...

*choose all that apply*

• Inspiring

• Empowering

• Humorous

• Informative