"A Dream" by Edgar Allan Poe
Authored by Jessica Hunter
English
9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the poem "A Dream," the speaker describes experiencing a sense of joy ___________.
during the day
during the night
both day and night
neither day nor night
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.8
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The poem opens with the line "In visions of the dark night." What is the significance of this opening line?
It suggests a joyful dream.
It represents the morning sun.
It sets a mood of darkness and introspection.
It implies a vision of the future.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.8
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the poem, what is the nature of the "holy dream" mentioned?
A dream that is filled with fear and nightmares.
A dream that is pleasant and brings happiness.
A dream that is forgotten as soon as one wakes up.
A dream that is considered impure and wicked.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.8
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the central theme of the poem "A Dream"?
The power of memory
The beauty of nature
The importance of love
The blurring of dreams and reality
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the line "That holy dream—that holy dream" suggest about the speaker's attitude towards the dream?
The speaker is critical of the dream.
The speaker dismisses the dream as unimportant.
The dream holds deep significance for the speaker.
The dream is seen as a mere illusion.
Tags
RL.4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the reference to "Truth's day-star" in the poem?
It symbolizes the beginning of a new day.
It represents the end of dreams.
It conveys the idea of seeking truth and enlightenment.
It signifies the approach of night.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.8
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the poem, the speaker reflects on "things around him with a ray turned back upon the past." What does this suggest about the speaker's perspective?
The speaker is nostalgic and looking back on past experiences.
The speaker is focused on the present.
The speaker is lost in daydreams.
The speaker is immersed in future hopes.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.8
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
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