Skylark

Summarize the main idea of 'To a Skylark'.

• The poem explores the contrast between the skylark's joyful song and human suffering, symbolizing inspiration and the pursuit of beauty.

• The poem celebrates the beauty of nature without any reference to human emotions.

• It focuses solely on the life cycle of the skylark and its habitat.

• The poem criticizes the skylark for its inability to understand human pain.

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What is the significance of the skylark as a symbol in the poem?

• The skylark is a symbol of confinement and restriction.

• The skylark represents despair and loss in the poem.

• The skylark signifies chaos and disorder in the poem.

• The skylark symbolizes joy and freedom in the poem.

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What poetic devices are used in 'To a Skylark'?

• Repetition, irony, onomatopoeia

• Oxymoron, enjambment, assonance

• Imagery, simile, metaphor, personification, alliteration.

• Rhyme, hyperbole, symbolism

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Identify a central theme in 'To a Skylark'.

• The inevitability of human suffering in a joyful world.

• The contrast between the joy of nature and the limitations of human experience.

• The beauty of urban life and its impact on nature.

• The celebration of human achievements over natural wonders.

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How does the speaker's perspective on nature differ from that of the skylark?

• The speaker's perspective is melancholic and introspective, while the skylark's perspective is joyful and free.

• Both the speaker and the skylark share a joyful and free perspective on nature.

• The speaker is carefree and optimistic, while the skylark is sad and reflective.

• The speaker's perspective is practical and grounded, while the skylark's is abstract and philosophical.

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What emotions does the skylark evoke in the speaker?

• Sadness and regret.

• Joy and inspiration.

• Confusion and doubt.

• Anger and frustration.

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What is the main theme of the poem 'To a Skylark'?

• The beauty of nature and its impact on human emotions.

• The life cycle of a skylark.

• The conflict between man and nature.

• The technological advancements in society.

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CCSS.RL.7.5

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Which literary device is predominantly used in 'To a Skylark'?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Pun

• Alliteration

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What does the skylark symbolize in the poem?

• Despair

• Joy and freedom

• Chaos

• Confinement

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How does the poet describe the skylark's song?

• Melancholic and slow

• Joyful and continuous

• Harsh and loud

• Silent and mysterious

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