#1Poetry- Nightfall and Scarce Resource

In the poem NIGHTFALL, what literary device is used in the line “alone but not lonely”?

• Simile

• Personification

• Oxymoron

• Alliteration

From the poem Nightfall, by Patrick Rahming, the phrase "The early evening finds me," is an example of which literary technique:

• diction

• allusion

• repetition

• isolation

In the poem NightFall, what does the speaker suggest about being alone?

• It always leads to loneliness.

• It can be peaceful and fulfilling.

• It means the absence of friendship.

• It is a sign of failure.

In the poem Nightfall, which of the following lines best conveys the poem’s theme of self-acceptance?

• "Hungry but not angry"

• "Without a friend but not afraid"

• "Quietly enjoying my own uniqueness"

• "Tired but not broken"

In the poem Nightfall, which idea best reflects the speaker's attitude toward the day’s work?

• Frustration with incomplete tasks

• A sense of satisfaction and accomplishment

• Indifference toward the outcome

• Regret over missed opportunities

In the poem Nightfall, how does the speaker view friendship?

• As unnecessary for personal happiness.

• As a burden that causes stress.

• As a pleasant thought even in its absence.

• As something that must be earned.

In the poem Nightfall, how does the structure of the poem reflect the speaker’s state of mind?

• The poem’s short lines mirror a sense of anxiety and chaos.

• The repeated structure suggests a calm and reflective tone.

• The uneven lines suggest confusion or conflict.

• The fragmented style reflects emotional turmoil.

In the poem Nightfall, how does the imagery of evening in the poem reflect the speaker’s mindset?

• Evening symbolizes the end of hope and the start of loneliness.

• Evening represents a time of reflection and peace.

• Evening reflects the speaker’s fear of being alone.

• Evening indicates the speaker’s disappointment with the day.

In the poem Nightfall, what contrast is emphasized throughout the poem?

• The difference between hunger and anger

• The contrast between solitude and loneliness

• The distinction between success and failure

• The difference between wealth and poverty

Based on the poem Nightfall, what message can students learn about overcoming difficult emotions?

• Anger and frustration are unavoidable in life.

• Friendship is the only way to overcome loneliness.

• It’s possible to find peace within yourself, even when challenges arise.

• Isolation is necessary for personal growth.