Persistent by Nikki Grimes

At the end of the poem, the description "bringing daydreams in for a landing" most likely refers to...

• ending daydreaming completely

• making daydreams relate to what is important

• being able to stop daydreaming for a while

• keeping daydreams from being unreachable

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6.5F

Read lines 17 through 19. "Teacher taps his top lip like a door the right words are hiding behind." What does the simile in these lines suggest about the teacher?

• He feels saddened by Gabby's response.

• He thinks that he might offend Gabby.

• He wants to be sure to communicate his thoughts well.

• He has begun to change his opinion about the subject.

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6.9D

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

What must the speaker understand in stanza three?

• The speaker must accept their situation.

• The speaker must fight against oppression.

• The speaker is delusional and must get a grip on reality.

• The speaker must strive to get ahead to a bad situation.

After the first two stanzas, what is the tone of the poem?

• frustrated, but determined

• angry and daring

• calm and content

• sad, but consistent

What is the main theme of 'Persistent' by Nikki Grimes?

• A) Perseverance in the face of challenges

• B) The beauty of nature

• C) The importance of friendship

• D) The power of imagination

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Persistent' by Nikki Grimes?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Alliteration

• C) Hyperbole

• D) Onomatopoeia

In 'Persistent' by Nikki Grimes, what does the author compare persistence to?

• A) A flowing river

• B) A sturdy tree

• C) A relentless storm

• D) A climbing vine

What is the tone of the poem 'Persistent' by Nikki Grimes?

• A) Melancholic

• B) Hopeful

• C) Angry

• D) Indifferent

How does Nikki Grimes use imagery in 'Persistent'?

• A) To create a sense of urgency

• B) To evoke a peaceful setting

• C) To illustrate the struggle of persistence

• D) To describe a character's appearance