Learning to Read by Francis Ellen Watkins Harper

Learning to Read by Francis Ellen Watkins Harper

6th Grade

8 Qs

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Learning to Read by Francis Ellen Watkins Harper

Learning to Read by Francis Ellen Watkins Harper

Assessment

Quiz

English

6th Grade

Easy

Created by

Jesse Yesenosky

Used 3+ times

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main topic of "Learning to Read" by Francis Ellen Watkins Harper?

The importance of education

The struggle for freedom

The beauty of nature

The power of friendship

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the author of "Learning to Read"?

Maya Angelou

Langston Hughes

Francis Ellen Watkins Harper

Zora Neale Hurston

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant barrier to learning to read for the characters in the poem?

Lack of interest

Financial problems

Rules and the law

Language differences

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the act of learning to read symbolize in the poem?

Personal growth

Social status

Freedom and empowerment

Economic success

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group of people is primarily depicted in the poem "Learning to Read"?

Immigrants

Enslaved African Americans

Native Americans

European settlers

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the MAIN emotion expressed in "Learning to Read"?

Joy

Anger

Determination

Fear

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the poem "Learning to Read" reflect the history of its time?

By highlighting technological advancements

By showcasing the struggle for literacy among African Americans

By describing the industrial revolution

By focusing on the exploration of new lands

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the tone of the poem "Learning to Read"?

Humorous

Sarcastic

Inspirational

Sad