DOL Sample

1. What does the use of sarcasm in lines 9-12 convey to the reader?

• It serves as a tool to convey genuine admiration.

• It highlights the straightforward nature of compliments.

• It mocks the chaos in the world.

• It emphasizes the beauty of the world.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does the author show through the use of irony in lines 1-6? Use evidence from the text to support your response.

  In the realm of words, where meanings twist,

                    Sarcasm dances, an ironic twist.

                  A motif echoes, a tale to unfold,

     

                  In the tapestry of irony, stories are told.

            "Oh, bravo, world, with your flawless grace,

            A masterpiece of chaos, a sarcastic embrace.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does the motif of truth represent in the poem?

• A recurring theme of sincerity.

• A consistent portrayal of chaos.

• A symbolic element of straightforwardness.

• A deceptive layer beneath every cloud of truth.

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

What does the line "Great job, ‘we say when the sky weeps’”, suggest about the speaker's attitude?

• The speaker has a sincere appreciation for the sky's tears.

• The speaker’s attitude is sarcastic and mocking.

• The speaker believes you should appreciate every moment.

• The speaker was confused but complimentary.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What role does sarcasm play in the poem's last two stanzas?

Must Haves: 

• at least 3-5 complete sentence

• reasons and evidence from the text 

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9