The New Colossus by Emma Lazarus Vocabulary

What metaphor is used in the line 'A mighty woman with a torch'?

• Sunbeam

• Candle

• Lighthouse

• Torch

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

How does the use of the metaphor 'Mother of Exiles' impact the poem?

• It confuses the readers by introducing irrelevant themes

• It diminishes the impact of the poem by oversimplifying the message

• It adds depth and emotion by symbolizing freedom and opportunity.

• It creates a negative tone by associating freedom with maternal figures

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Explain the metaphor 'silent lips' in the context of the poem.

• The metaphor 'silent lips' signifies the speaker's hunger for knowledge.

• The metaphor 'silent lips' represents the speaker's love for nature.

• The metaphor 'silent lips' symbolizes the speaker's suppressed emotions or thoughts.

• The metaphor 'silent lips' conveys the speaker's joy and excitement.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Discuss the impact of the metaphor 'yearning to breathe free' on the reader.

• The impact of the metaphor 'yearning to breathe free' is to emphasize the importance of conformity.

• The metaphor 'yearning to breathe free' creates a sense of suffocation and confinement.

• The impact of the metaphor 'yearning to breathe free' on the reader is to evoke a strong emotional response related to the longing for freedom and liberation.

• Readers may interpret the metaphor 'yearning to breathe free' as a desire for material possessions.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

In what way does the metaphor 'golden door' contribute to the overall theme of the poem?

• It conveys a sense of indifference, insignificance, and irrelevance.

• It signifies mediocrity, struggle, and hardship.

• It represents darkness, despair, and failure.

• It symbolizes opportunity, wealth, and prosperity.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Why is the metaphor 'huddled masses' significant in 'The New Colossus'?

• It represents the wealthy elite in society

• It highlights the benefits of isolation and exclusion

• It signifies the importance of physical strength

• It symbolizes the diverse immigrants seeking refuge and freedom.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

How does the metaphor 'wretched refuse' evoke a sense of empathy in the reader?

• By portraying the individuals as 'wretched refuse,' the metaphor suggests they are unworthy of empathy.

• The metaphor 'wretched refuse' creates a sense of superiority in the reader, diminishing empathy.

• By depicting the individuals as 'wretched refuse,' the metaphor highlights their desperate situation and appeals to the reader's emotions, prompting empathy.

• The use of 'wretched refuse' in the metaphor distances the reader from feeling empathy towards the individuals.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Explain the impact of the metaphor 'tempest-tost' on the tone of the poem.

• The metaphor 'tempest-tost' conveys a feeling of predictability and routine in the poem.

• The impact of the metaphor 'tempest-tost' on the tone of the poem is to evoke feelings of turmoil and instability.

• The metaphor 'tempest-tost' creates a sense of calm and tranquility in the poem.

• The metaphor 'tempest-tost' emphasizes the theme of joy and celebration in the poem.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Discuss the significance of the metaphor 'beacon-hand' in the poem.

• The 'beacon-hand' metaphor signifies guidance, direction, and hope in the poem.

• The 'beacon-hand' metaphor symbolizes darkness, confusion, and despair in the poem.

• The 'beacon-hand' metaphor conveys indifference, insignificance, and irrelevance in the poem.

• The 'beacon-hand' metaphor represents isolation, weakness, and failure in the poem.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

How does the metaphor 'world-wide welcome' reflect the poem's message?

• The metaphor 'world-wide welcome' reflects the poem's message by symbolizing a sense of isolation and exclusion.

• The metaphor 'world-wide welcome' reflects the poem's message by conveying inclusivity and acceptance towards all individuals.

• The metaphor 'world-wide welcome' reflects the poem's message by promoting division and discrimination.

• The metaphor 'world-wide welcome' reflects the poem's message by suggesting a lack of diversity and unity.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.W.11-12.2D