Not My Bones/Fortune's Bones

 In "Not My Bones," the poem's speaker is primarily concerned with:

• The history of a famous figure

  
  

• Personal identity and ancestry

  
  

• Geographical locations

  
  

• None of the above

  
  

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

What is the significance of the line "I am not my bones" in the poem?

•  It conveys a sense of detachment from the past.

  
  

•  It emphasizes the importance of one's physical body.

  
  

• It represents the speaker's connection to their ancestors.

  
  

•  It symbolizes the unity of all humans.

  
  

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

How does the poem explore the concept of heritage?

• By focusing on the speaker's famous ancestors

  
  

• By detailing the history of a specific family

• By questioning the role of bones in identity

  
  

• By celebrating cultural diversity

  
  

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What emotions does the poem "Not My Bones" convey?

• Sadness and reflection

  
  

• Joy and celebration

  
  

• Anger and resentment

  
  

•  Indifference and apathy

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

 What literary device is used in the line "The universe of bone"?

• Simile

  
  

• Alliteration

  
  

• Personification

  
  

• Metaphor

  
  

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

 "Fortune's Bones" is based on the true story of:

•  A famous poet's family

  
  

• A slave named Fortune

•  A fictional character

  
  

•  A fictional character

  
  

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

 What is the central historical event or context explored in "Fortune's Bones"?

• The abolition of slavery in the United States

  
  

• The American Civil War

• The exploration of the Mississippi River

  
  

•  The signing of the Declaration of Independence

  
  

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Why is Fortune's story significant in the context of American history?

•  He was a key figure in the American Revolution.

  
  

• He was a famous poet.

  
  

• His bones were used for medical research.

  
  

•  None of the above.

  
  

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

 What is the author's purpose in writing "Fortune's Bones"?

• To highlight the ethical issues surrounding the use of human remains

  
  

• To tell the story of a famous historical figure

  
  

• To explore the complexities of the human body

  
  

• To promote a specific political agenda

  
  

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

In "Fortune's Bones," how does the author address issues related to race and identity?

•  By ignoring the concept of race altogether

  
  

•  By focusing on the experiences of a white family

  
  

•  By promoting racial stereotypes

  
  

• By portraying Fortune as an individual with his own story and identity

  
  

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4