The Rose That Grew from Concrete

How does the speaker's point of view influence how the rose is described?

• Curious about the rose, the speaker asks several questions about it.

• Believing that the rose is not real, the speaker exaggerates its qualities.

• Feeling pity for the rose, the speaker lists all of the hardships it has faced.

• Impressed by the rose, the speaker explains what makes it so admirable.

How does the background knowledge of the speaker help influence the meaning of the poem?

• It helps demonstrate that he struggled just like the rose.

• It tells us that he lived in a concrete jungle.

• It shows us how he kept all of his poetry hidden.

• It suggests that his mother had a difficult upbringing.

Which of the following statements would both the author of “Still I Rise” and “The Rose That Grew From Concrete” agree with?

• You should stand tall and be proud of who you are.

• Challenges in life make everyone stronger.

• You can break any barrier if you set your mind to it.

• You will always succeed regardless of life’s challenges.

How does the poet of “The rose that grew from concrete” use elements of nature to convey the idea that nothing can hold them back?

How did the rose grow from concrete?

• It was taught how to survive.

• It was lucky.

• It adapted to the environment.

• It didn't give up.

Which line from the poem suggests that the rose was PERSISTENT?

• Line 8: "when no one else ever cared"

• Line 5: "funny it seems, but by keeping its dreams"

• Line 7: "it learned to breathe fresh air."

• None of the above

Which of the following lines suggest that the rose OVERCAME an issue?

• Did you hear about the rose that grew

• learned to walk without having feet

• Long live the rose that grew from concrete

• when no one else ever cared.

What is the main theme of 'The Rose That Grew from Concrete'?

• Overcoming obstacles

• The beauty of nature

• The importance of education

• Friendship

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Rose That Grew from Concrete'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Personification

In the poem, what does the 'rose' symbolize?

• A flower

• A person overcoming challenges

• A concrete jungle

• A dream