Quiz on 'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca

What is the main theme of the poem 'I Am Offering this Poem'?

• Loneliness

• Unconditional love

• Material wealth

• Adventure

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet offer as a metaphor for warmth?

• A hot drink

• A warm coat

• A blanket

• A fireplace

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet compare the poem to, in terms of providing comfort?

• A pair of boots

• A woolen hat

• A pair of gloves

• A pair of thick socks

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet suggest the poem can provide in times of need?

• Social status

• Physical protection

• Emotional guidance

• Financial support

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet say the poem is like when one is lost?

• A light

• A guide

• A compass

• A map

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet offer to do if someone comes knocking?

• Provide them shelter

• Give them food

• Sing them a song

• Answer and give directions

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet say the poem can do when the world outside no longer cares?

• Help you survive

• Offer a distraction

• Make you invisible

• Provide entertainment

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What is the poem compared to in terms of nourishment?

• A bowl of soup

• A loaf of bread

• A pot full of yellow corn

• A cup of tea

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet say is all anyone needs to live?

• Money

• Shelter

• Love

• Food

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'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet suggest the poem can be like in a drawer?

• A hidden treasure

• A forgotten memory

• A cabin or hogan

• A secret letter

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