Understanding 'The Donkey' Poem

What does the poet think of the donkey's head?

• The poet sees the donkey's head as a representation of stubbornness.

• The poet believes the donkey's head symbolizes intelligence.

• The poet admires the donkey's head for its beauty.

• The poet thinks the donkey's head represents freedom.

What word best describes the donkey's legs?

• weak

• fragile

• sturdy

• thin

What is the donkey trying to learn in the poem?

• The donkey is trying to learn how to cook.

• The donkey is trying to learn to dance.

• The donkey is trying to learn about the world.

• The donkey is trying to learn to read books.

How does the poet describe the donkey’s coat?

• The donkey's coat is soft and fluffy.

• The donkey's coat is colorful and patterned.

• The donkey's coat is described as rough and shaggy.

• The donkey's coat is smooth and shiny.

What does the poet hope for the donkey at the end?

• The poet desires the donkey to be sold to a farmer.

• The poet hopes for the donkey to find peace and happiness.

• The poet wishes for the donkey to become a workhorse.

• The poet hopes the donkey will run away and be free.

Describe how the poet feels when he sees the young donkey.

• The poet feels fear and anxiety when he sees the young donkey.

• The poet feels indifference and apathy towards the young donkey.

• The poet feels anger and frustration when he sees the young donkey.

• The poet feels tenderness and affection when he sees the young donkey.

What makes the donkey seem 'wistful' according to the poem?

• The donkey's contentment with its surroundings.

• The donkey's longing for something unattainable.

• The donkey's desire for companionship.

• The donkey's happiness in the meadow.

What does the poet mean by 'life needed some thi'?

• Life is lacking something essential.

• Life is a journey without purpose.

• Life is full of unnecessary things.

• Life is perfect as it is.