Poetry Lesson 7 Comprehension

Which line from the poem indicates that the workers are happy while they work?

• "The delicious singing of the mother."

• "Each singing what belongs to him or her."

• "as it should be blithe and strong."

• "the deckhand singing on the steamboat deck."

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4.7C

What can we infer about the poet's view of the American worker?

• The poet believes workers are unhappy.

• The poet thinks all workers should sing.

• The poet sees workers as proud and joyful.

• The poet feels workers should take a break.

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4.6F

What is a main theme of the poem?

• The sadness of labor

• The joy and diversity of American workers

• The need for rest

• he importance of silence

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4.8A

Which worker is described as "singing as he measures his plank or beam"?

• The mason

• The carpenter

• The shoemaker

• The boatman

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4.7C

What does the phrase "singing what belongs to him in his boat" suggest about the boatman?

• He does not enjoy his work.

• He takes pride in his job and possessions.

• He is too busy to sing.

• He prefers to work alone.

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4.6F

How does the poem reflect the idea of individuality among workers?

• All workers sing the same song.

• Each worker has a unique song that represents them.

• Workers do not have their own identities.

• Workers only sing when they are together.

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4.8A

What does the line "the party of young fellows, robust, friendly" suggest about their relationship?

• They are unfriendly and distant.

• They are close and enjoy each other's company.

• They do not like to sing together.

• They are too busy to socialize.

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4.7C

Why do you think the poet included different types of workers in the poem?

• To show that all jobs are the same.

• To highlight the diversity and importance of all roles.

• To criticize the workers.

• To focus on only one profession.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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CCSS.RL.5.9

What message is conveyed about hard work in the poem?

• Hard work is boring and should be avoided.

• Hard work is an opportunity for joy and expression.

• Only some jobs are worthwhile.

• Workers should complain more.

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4.8A

Find a line that emphasizes the idea of belonging. What does it mean?

• "Each singing what belongs to him or her" - It means that each worker has their own unique contribution.

• "The delicious singing of the mother" - It means mothers do not contribute to work.

• "Singing with open mouths their strong melodious songs" - It means workers are too loud.

• "The day what belongs to the day" - It means days are the same.

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4.7C