STAAR - Poetry

Read this line from the poem.

Snow covers the ground like a lacey curtain.

The poet uses the simile in this line mainly to help the reader imagine –

• how the snow sounds

• what the ground looks like

• how to enjoy a winter day

• what the snow feels like

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

What is the main message of the poem?

• Be prepared if you plan to build something during cold weather

• During the winter, most activities should take place indoors.

• Be careful and bundle up before you go outside in the snow.

• There are many enjoyable things about wintertime.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which word from the paragraph best help the reader know the meaning of satisfied?

• wasn't starving

• in the pantry

• she has eaten

• wasn't well pleased

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

In the poem, which words does the poet use to help the reader visualize the snow coming down?

• It tickles my tongue as I catch it.

• Snow covers the ground like a lacey curtain

• The snow is falling to the ground like popcorn rain.

• It is so enjoyable to snuggle in on a cold winter’s day.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

The poem begins and ends with the idea of –

• winter activities

• eating and drinking

• types of winter weather

• snowmen

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.5