A Poem for My Librarian Mrs. Long

The poet describes visiting the library and Mrs. Long in lines 22-39. Which two sentences describe something the reader can infer from these lines?

• The library on Vine Street was usually crowded with patrons.

• The poet only understood what Mrs. long had done for her after she became an adult.

• The library on Vine Street was visited by both white and black residents.

• The poet had a difficult life and books from Mrs. Long offered respite

• The poet treasured the books Mrs. Long loaned her.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

What is the main theme of the poem 'A Poem for My Librarian Mrs. Long'?

• The importance of libraries in communities

• The role of teachers in education

• The impact of technology on reading

• The significance of family traditions

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'A Poem for My Librarian Mrs. Long'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

In 'A Poem for My Librarian Mrs. Long', what does the library symbolize for the poet?

• A place of escape and learning

• A place of social gathering

• A place of employment

• A place of worship

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What can be inferred about Mrs. Long's character from the poem?

• She is strict and unapproachable

• She is kind and supportive

• She is indifferent and aloof

• She is humorous and entertaining

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

How does the poet feel about Mrs. Long in 'A Poem for My Librarian Mrs. Long'?

• Grateful and appreciative

• Indifferent and detached

• Resentful and angry

• Confused and uncertain

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'A Poem for My Librarian Mrs. Long'?

• Nostalgic and appreciative

• Sarcastic and critical

• Joyful and celebratory

• Melancholic and somber

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

What role does Mrs. Long play in the poet's life according to the poem?

• A mentor and guide

• A distant acquaintance

• A rival and competitor

• A family member

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

Which sentence from the poem best illustrates the poet's admiration for Mrs. Long?

• She always had a smile for everyone.

• Her knowledge was vast and deep.

• She never let me down.

• Her laughter was infectious.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the significance of the library setting in the poem?

• It represents a safe haven for the poet.

• It is a place of conflict and tension.

• It symbolizes the poet's childhood home.

• It is a backdrop for a romantic encounter.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4