Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night

Which narrative perspective does the author switch to in the final stanza; what can the reader infer about the decision to include this transition in the poem?

• a.  First person; to encourage his dying father to heed or take his advice and fight to remain alive

• b.  2^nd Person; to encourage his father that he is not alone in his time of suffering

• c.      Third Person Omniscient; to persuade the reader using pathos because a father’s love is irreplaceable 

• d.  Third Person Objective; to show the reader his father was unfortunately a sad man who did not live a worthy life

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What does the phrase "Do not go gentle into that good night" mean?

• Accept life as it comes

• Fight against dying

• Fear the night

• Avoid darkness

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The poet repeats the phrases "Do not go gentle into that good night" and "Rage, rage against the dying of the light." What effect does this repetition have?

• It creates a calming mood

• It emphasizes resistance to death

• It suggests surrender

• It introduces a new theme

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What does "the dying of the light" symbolize in the poem?

• The end of a season

• The approach of night

• The end of life

• The loss of happiness

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What is the central theme of the poem?

• Acceptance of death

• Resistance against death

• Celebration of life

• The beauty of nature

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In the poem, what do the "wise men," "good men," "wild men," and "grave men" have in common?

• They all welcome death

• They all resist death in their own ways

• They have all lived perfect lives

• They all regret their actions

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Why does the speaker mention different types of men (wise, good, wild, grave) in the poem?

• To show that everyone faces death

• To show that only certain people fear death

• To show that death affects only certain types of people

• To show that each type of person lives without regrets

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What is the tone of the poem?

• Resigned

• Defiant

• Joyful

• Peaceful

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What is the second theme that can be determined in the poem, "Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night"

• Old men should never die.

• Face death with dignity and defiance.

• Be sad for your father when he dies because life is short.

• Although we can't live forever, just try.

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What is the form of the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night'?

• A) Sonnet

• B) Villanelle

• C) Haiku

• D) Free verse

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