General English I Internal Revision Quiz

What is one of the key messages Oprah emphasizes in her commencement speech?

• The importance of academic excellence

• The value of perseverance and resilience

• The need for financial success

• The importance of social networking

According to Oprah, what is essential for finding true success in life?

• Wealth

• Education

• Passion and purpose

• Fame

What personal story does Oprah share to illustrate resilience?

• Her struggle with weight loss

• Her early career failures

• Her journey to becoming an actress

• Her childhood experiences

Oprah mentions her involvement in which of the following philanthropic efforts?

• Building schools in Africa

• Environmental conservation

• Political campaigns

• Animal rights activism

How does Oprah describe her feelings upon receiving the invitation to speak at Harvard?

• Indifferent

• Overwhelmed and honored

• Anxious and nervous

• Confident and eager

In "Talking with the Sun," what does the Sun symbolize for Harjo?

• Healing, warmth, and connection to nature
• Sadness, coldness, and disconnection
• Anger, destruction, and chaos
• Fear, darkness, and isolation

What is a recurring theme in Harjo's "Talking with the Sun"?

• Connection between nature and spirituality
• Conflict between technology and nature
• Exploration of urban life
• Focus on historical events

How does Harjo describe the interaction between humans and nature in her poem?

• Harjo describes the interaction as chaotic and unpredictable, emphasizing fear of nature.
• Harjo describes the interaction as hostile and destructive, emphasizing exploitation of nature.
• Harjo describes the interaction as harmonious and interconnected, emphasizing respect and honor for nature.
• Harjo describes the interaction as indifferent and disconnected, emphasizing disregard for nature.

Which element of nature does Harjo use to convey her message in the poem?

• Wind
• Sun

• Rain
• Earth

What literary device is predominantly used in "Talking with the Sun"?

• Metaphor
• Alliteration
• Hyperbole
• Personification