I Am Offering This Poem

Why is the speaker offering this poem to his loved one?

• The speaker is hoping his poem serves as an apology for a past wrong.

• The speaker wants to get feedback on his writing.

• The speaker wants to express his anguish over the death of a relative.

• The speaker has nothing else to give the recipient

To what does the speaker compare a pot full of yellow corn?

• the comfort of the speaker’s love expressed in the poem

• the warmth of a fire’s embers

• the morning sun on the horizon

• the glow of candles on a wintry night

What does the speaker hope his poem will provide for the recipient?

• a glimpse into the speaker’s current state of confusion

• a treasured memory that offers the recipient comfort when lost

• a recollection of a lost love

• a remembrance of the passing of a beloved relative

What words does the speaker repeat throughout the poem?

• I believe in you.

• I have hope for us.

• I love you.

• I will protect you.

What does the speaker want the recipient to feel?

• the feeling of hope

• the feelings of being safe and loved

• the feeling of compassion

• the feelings of regret and forgiveness

'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

'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

'I Am Offering this Poem' by Jimmy Santiago Baca- What does the poet emphasize as the only thing he has to give?

• His poem

• His possessions

• His wisdom

• His time

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

• Loneliness

• Unconditional love

• Material wealth

• Adventure

'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