Shoulders Poetry Quiz

How does the author use evidence to support this claim in the passage: stepping gently, looking two times north and south?

• By describing the man's cautious behavior while crossing the street.

• By emphasizing the importance of rain in the man's life.

• By explaining the significance of the man's jacket.

• 1. By contrasting the man's actions with those of other pedestrians.

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the word "fragile" as used in the passage?

• Strong and durable

• Delicate and easily damaged

• Large and heavy

• 1. Unbreakable and resistant

The poem most likely falls under which category for analysis purposes?

• How the author uses figurative language

• Understanding words in context

• Analysis of past human history

• 1. Analysis of science of the earth

What does the author mean by "we're not going to be able to live in this world if we're not willing to do what he's doing with one another"?

• People should always help each other in difficult situations.

• People should use kindness and compassion towards each other.

• People should be cautious when crossing the street.

• 1. People should take responsibility for their actions.

Which statement best summarizes the main message of the poem?

• The rain symbolizes the challenges of life.

• The man's actions remind us to be compassionate towards others.

• The fragile cargo represents the importance of family.

• 1. The road represents the journey through life.

Lines 17 and 18 are important to the poem because it shows that the author

• is describing the road

• paints a picture of the weather

• uses symbolism to describe difficulties in life

• finds patterns between the road and the weather