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

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English
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9th Grade
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Rodney Bigham
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
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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