Louisiana: A Feast of Culture Quiz

Louisiana: A Feast of Culture Quiz

9th Grade

15 Qs

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Louisiana: A Feast of Culture Quiz

Louisiana: A Feast of Culture Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

English

9th Grade

Easy

Created by

Rodney Bigham

Used 2+ times

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What type of poem is "Louisiana: A Feast of Culture"?

Sonnet

Free Verse

Haiku

Limerick

Answer explanation

"Louisiana: A Feast of Culture" is a Free Verse poem, characterized by its lack of a specific rhyme scheme or meter, allowing for more natural expression and flexibility in language.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which literary device is used when the poem mentions "the cypress trees whisper secrets"?

Simile

Personification

Metaphor

Alliteration

Answer explanation

The phrase "the cypress trees whisper secrets" uses personification, as it attributes human qualities (whispering secrets) to non-human entities (cypress trees), enhancing the imagery and emotional depth of the poem.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase "a bubbling pot of stories" represent?

A literal pot of food

The diverse culture and history of Louisiana

A cooking competition

A family gathering

Answer explanation

The phrase "a bubbling pot of stories" symbolizes the rich and diverse culture and history of Louisiana, reflecting its vibrant traditions and narratives rather than a literal pot of food or other options.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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In the first stanza, what is the rhyme scheme?

AABB

ABAB

ABCB

AABBA

Answer explanation

The rhyme scheme AABB indicates that the first two lines rhyme with each other and the next two lines also rhyme with each other. This pattern is present in the first stanza, confirming that AABB is the correct choice.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which literary device is used in "Mardi Gras beads shimmer like stars"?

Hyperbole

Simile

Metaphor

Onomatopoeia

Answer explanation

The phrase "Mardi Gras beads shimmer like stars" uses a simile, as it directly compares the shimmer of the beads to stars using the word 'like'. This device highlights the visual similarity between the two.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the line "laughter spills like sweet tea" suggest?

Laughter is messy

Laughter is refreshing and enjoyable

Laughter is loud

Laughter is bitter

Answer explanation

The phrase "laughter spills like sweet tea" implies that laughter is abundant and flows freely, much like sweet tea, which is often refreshing and enjoyable. This suggests a positive and delightful experience.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the tone of the poem?

Somber

Joyful

Angry

Indifferent

Answer explanation

The poem's tone is best described as joyful, as it conveys a sense of happiness and positivity through its imagery and language, contrasting with the other options that suggest negativity or apathy.

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