The Courage That My Mother Had

Which of the following best states the main idea of the poem "The Courage That My Mother Had?"

• The real treasures in life are family heirlooms.

• A person can't truly appreciate his or her loved ones until they are dead.

• An individual's personality is less important than her social standing.

• Material things are not as important as intangible qualities.

• Although someone may be dead, he or she can still be helpful to a family member.

As used in "The Courage That My Mother Had," which of the following is a synonym for the word quarried in the phrase "Rock from New England quarried?"

• dug

• stolen

• bought

• shipped

• painted

Symbolism is when objects in literary work are used to represent both themselves and something else. How do the authors of both "Jed's Grandfather" and "The Courage That My Mother Had" use symbolism in their writing? Use details from BOTH selections to support your response.

Read the lines from "The Courage That My Mother Had." Which sentence best explains how the simile reflects on the speaker's mother?

• It shows that she is strong.

• It shows that she is weak.

• It shows she was cold and heartless.

• It shows she lacked courage.

Which of the following best describes the theme of 'The Courage That My Mother Had'?

• A) The enduring impact of a mother's legacy.

• B) The importance of material wealth.

• C) The necessity of physical strength.

• D) The value of education.

In 'The Courage That My Mother Had,' what does the speaker wish to inherit from her mother?

• A) Her mother's jewelry.

• B) Her mother's courage.

• C) Her mother's house.

• D) Her mother's wealth.

What literary device is predominantly used in 'The Courage That My Mother Had' to convey the speaker's feelings?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

Which line from 'The Courage That My Mother Had' suggests a sense of longing?

• A) 'The courage that my mother had went with her.'

• B) 'Rock from New England quarried.'

• C) 'Oh, if instead she'd left to me.'

• D) 'That courage like a rock.'

How does the speaker in 'The Courage That My Mother Had' feel about her mother's courage?

• A) Indifferent

• B) Envious

• C) Proud

• D) Resentful

What is the tone of the poem 'The Courage That My Mother Had'?

• A) Joyful

• B) Reflective

• C) Angry

• D) Humorous