My Mother Pieced Quilts

Explain the use of personification in the poem.

• It gives human qualities to the quilt to show its importance

• It describes the quilt as a living being

• It makes the quilt seem more colorful

• It shows the quilt's age

What does the speaker recall about their mother in the poem?

• Her skill in cooking

• Her dedication to quilting

• Her love for gardening

• Her talent in painting

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following is a detail about the quilt's appearance mentioned in the poem?

• It is colorful and vibrant

• It is plain and simple

• It is dark and gloomy

• It is monochrome

How does the speaker feel about their mother's quilts?

• Indifferent

• Proud

• Embarrassed

• Annoyed

What does the speaker admire most about their mother's quilting?

• The speed at which she quilts

• The precision and care in her work

• The modern designs she uses

• The expensive materials she chooses

What role do the quilts play in the speaker's life?

• They are a source of embarrassment

• They are a connection to their heritage

• They are a financial burden

• They are a fashion statement

What lesson does the speaker ultimately learn from their mother's quilts?

• The importance of financial success

• The value of preserving family memories

• The need for independence

• The art of quilting

What literary device is predominantly used in 'My Mother Pieced Quilts' to convey emotion?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Hyperbole

Which theme is central to the poem 'My Mother Pieced Quilts'?

• The struggle for independence

• The beauty of nature

• Family heritage and memory

• The pursuit of wealth

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How does the poem 'My Mother Pieced Quilts' depict the process of quilting?

• As a tedious and boring task

• As a creative and loving act

• As a competitive sport

• As a modern art form

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4