Quiz on the poem'The Lanyard'

What does the word "lanyard" mean in the text?

• A woven cord used to hold a whistle, key, or other object

• A traditional garment

• A type of food

• A musical instrument

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the main theme of the poem "The Lanyard"?

• Gratitude towards a mother

• The importance of education

• The beauty of nature

• Self-discovery

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the overall tone of the poem?

• Humorous

• Melancholic

• Sarcastic

• Joyful

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What object did the author give to his mother?

• A necklace

• A lanyard

• A book

• A drawing

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

What sentiment does the author express by offering the lanyard?

• Pride

• Guilt

• Gratitude

• Indifference

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the implicit message of the poem regarding gifts?

• Gifts must be expensive

• Handmade gifts have more value

• No gift can truly repay a mother

• Gifts are not necessary

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the main contrast in the poem?

• Between wealth and poverty

• Between childhood and adulthood

• Between a simple gift and a mother's sacrifices

• Between nature and the city

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the author's sentiment towards the lanyard?

• Pride

• Shame

• Indifference

• Amusement

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

What is the effect of the lanyard on the relationship between the author and their mother?

• It strengthens their bond

• It creates a distance

• It has no effect

• It causes an argument

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the role of the counselor in the poem?

• He helps to make the lanyard

• He teaches swimming

• He gives advice on education

• He tells stories

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9