Days and There but for Grace

Which line in "There But for the Grace" expresses hopefulness similar to that expressed in lines 22–23 in "Days"?

• It happened sooner. Later. (line 3)

• Because rain fell. Because a shadow fell. (line 10)

• by sheer coincidence. (line 20)

• There’s no end to my wonder, my silence. (line 23)

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Both poems use imagery to convey their messages. Which statement best describes the imagery used in each poem?

• "There But for the Grace" uses imagery of escape and chance, while "Days" uses imagery of precarious balance.

• Both poems use imagery related to nature and the changing seasons.

• "There But for the Grace" uses imagery of daily routines, while "Days" focuses on life's unexpected moments.

• Neither poem uses vivid imagery.

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Which sentence best describes the effect of the repetition used throughout 'There But for the Grace'?

• It suggests a degree of certainty about historical events.

• It contributes to the poem’s tone of indifference toward death.

• It emphasizes ideas about circumstances and survival.

• It offers insights into memorable events from the poet’s life.

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In 'There But for the Grace,' the contradictions in lines 6–16 demonstrate that —

• people are in control of their own fates

• people never know what might change their fates

• a person’s choices determine what happens to them

• a person’s position in life determines what happens to them

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Read line 22 from 'There But for the Grace.' 'The net had one eyehole, and you got through it?' Which statement provides the best interpretation of this metaphor?

• With a lot of luck, every situation turns out exactly as planned.

• If the first attempt fails, don’t hesitate to wish for a lucky break.

• Even when chances are poor, it is possible to succeed.

• Despite things going wrong, there’s no need to worry.

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The imagery in lines 23–24 of "Days" reinforces the idea that people should —

• think about the day with hope and gratitude

• be quiet and reflective throughout the day

• think about all that was good about the past

• be careful when handling fragile objects

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Which line in 'There But for the Grace' suggests a sense of inevitability?

• A) It happened sooner. Later. (line 3)

• B) Because rain fell. Because a shadow fell. (line 10)

• C) by sheer coincidence. (line 20)

• D) There’s no end to my wonder, my silence. (line 23)

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What is the primary theme of 'Days'?

• A) The passage of time and its impact on life

• B) The unpredictability of fate

• C) The beauty of nature

• D) The importance of memories

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In 'There But for the Grace,' what literary device is predominantly used to convey the poem's message?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Repetition

• D) Alliteration

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Which statement best describes the tone of 'Days'?

• A) Reflective and contemplative

• B) Joyful and exuberant

• C) Angry and resentful

• D) Indifferent and detached

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