When the Teacher Isn't Looking by Kenn Nesbitt

What is the main theme of the poem?

• students' disobedience

• students' politeness

• students' sleepiness

• students' academic focus

According to the poem, why do the students remain quiet when the teacher's back is turned?

• They respect their teacher.

• They are trying to trick the teacher.

• They are tired and fall asleep.

• They are afraid of getting in trouble.

What does the poem suggest about the behavior of the students when the teacher is present?

• They are well-behaved.

• They are disruptive.

• They are mischievous.

• They are focused on their work.

Which of the following actions does the poem explicitly state that the students do not engage in?

• throwing pencils

• coughing loudly

• shooting paper wads

• passing notes

• all of the above

What is the tone of the poem?

• serious

• humorous

• angry

• sad