Little by Little

How does the author’s use of the phrase “little by little” throughout the poem impact the tone?

• It creates a weary tone.

• It creates a playful tone.

• It creates a determined tone.

• It creates a concerned tone.

Which set of lines from the poem supports the idea that the boy studied the past to get knowledge, while the acorn had to teach itself?

• ‘Little by little,’ said a thoughtful boy, ‘Moment by moment I’ll well employ;’” (lines 13-14)

• ‘And still this rule in my mind shall dwell— “Whatever I do, I’ll do it well.”’” (lines 17-18)

• ‘Little by little, I’ll learn to know The treasured wisdom of long ago,’” (lines 19-20)

• “And do you think that this simple plan Made him a wise and useful man?” (lines 23-24)

How does the author’s use of the phrase “little by little” throughout the poem impact the tone?

• It creates a weary tone.

• It creates a playful tone.

• It creates a determined tone.

• It creates a concerned tone.

Which set of lines from the poem supports the idea that the boy studied the past to get knowledge, while the acorn had to teach itself?

• ‘Little by little,’ said a thoughtful boy, ‘Moment by moment I’ll well employ;’” (lines 13-14)

• ‘And still this rule in my mind shall dwell— “Whatever I do, I’ll do it well.”’” (lines 17-18)

• ‘Little by little, I’ll learn to know The treasured wisdom of long ago,’” (lines 19-20)

• “And do you think that this simple plan Made him a wise and useful man?” (lines 23-24)

What is the main theme of the poem 'Little by Little'?

• The importance of patience and perseverance.

• The value of immediate success.

• The joy of childhood.

• The inevitability of change.

In the context of the poem, what does the phrase 'little by little' suggest about personal growth?

• It happens suddenly.

• It requires consistent effort over time.

• It is effortless.

• It is unpredictable.

Which literary device is primarily used in the phrase 'little by little'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Personification

What lesson does the boy learn in the poem 'Little by Little'?

• Success comes from hard work and dedication.

• Luck is the key to success.

• Success is immediate.

• Success is unimportant.

How does the structure of the poem 'Little by Little' contribute to its meaning?

• It uses a repetitive structure to emphasize gradual progress.

• It uses a chaotic structure to reflect confusion.

• It uses a simple structure to show simplicity.

• It uses a complex structure to show complexity.

What does the acorn symbolize in the poem 'Little by Little'?

• Immediate success

• Gradual growth and potential

• Failure

• Stagnation