Nikki Grimes

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
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Sarah Williams
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the effect of David comparing himself to a "tree" and a "raft?"
it shows how difficult life can be
it shows that he helps others
it shows how he feels used by others
it shows how he would like to escape
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the phrase “our color works to camouflage our / character and promise —at least, in certain eyes” mean as it is used in the poem (Lines 15-16)?
The speaker and their peers wear dark colors in hopes of blending him.
People judge the speaker, and people like them, because of the color of their skin.
The kids hide their capabilities out of fear of what others will think of them.
People don’t expect as much from the kids because of their young age.
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the primary theme explored in Nikki Grimes' poetry?
Identity and self-discovery
Technology and innovation
Historical events
Science and nature
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.10
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which literary device is commonly used by Nikki Grimes in her works?
Metaphor
Hyperbole
Onomatopoeia
Alliteration
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.K.6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In Nikki Grimes' poem, what does the recurring motif of 'light' symbolize?
Hope and inspiration
Fear and anxiety
Confusion and chaos
Anger and resentment
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.10
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is a common subject in Nikki Grimes' children's books?
Friendship and family
Space exploration
Ancient mythology
Political systems
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.K.6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes Nikki Grimes' writing style?
Lyrical and expressive
Technical and dry
Complex and convoluted
Minimalist and sparse
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RI.K.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
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