To Manga, My Hamster

What identifies this poem as an example of free verse?

• Its lines are not similar in length.

• It does not follow a rhyming pattern.

• It uses figurative language to create imagery.

• It presents a lesson that can be learned.

Which lihne from the poem shows that the speaker is not worried about Manga's behavior upsetting her mother and sister?

• My mother screamed.

• I wish that could be your life.

• Please forgive me.

• That was an amazing day.

What is the speaker's main purpose in the poem?

• To persuade her mother to let her keep Manga

• To explain to readers the benefits of having a pet hamster

• To share her feelings with Manga

• To teach readres to seek forgiveness for their mistakes

The poet uses lines 1 through 3 mainly to---

• compare two related events

• introduce the conflict (problem)

• explain how the speaker got Manga

• give human characteristics to Manga

What is the meaning of the word burrowing in line 8?

• sleeping

• eating

• digging

• squeaking

What is emphasized by the repetition of the words "I wish" in the poem?

• The reason the speaker wants her mother to like Manga

• The speaker's desire for Manga to have the best life possible

• The lenght of time it takes the speaker to find Manga when he escapes

• The speaker's reason for keeping Manga as a pet