A Poem for My Librarian

Why does the poet include the detail about Mrs. Long going to the big library?

• to explain how the speaker got the books she asked for

• to reveal something about Mrs. Long’s character

• to criticize the behavior of southern whites

• to show how poor her neighborhood library was

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the main theme of the poem 'A Poem for My Librarian'?

• The importance of libraries

• The role of librarians in education

• The joy of reading

• The impact of literature on personal growth

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'A Poem for My Librarian'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

What emotion does the speaker primarily express in 'A Poem for My Librarian'?

• Gratitude

• Sadness

• Anger

• Confusion

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

How does the poet describe the librarian in 'A Poem for My Librarian'?

• As a strict guardian

• As a nurturing guide

• As an indifferent worker

• As a mysterious figure

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

What is the significance of the library setting in the poem?

• It represents a place of escape

• It symbolizes knowledge and learning

• It is a metaphor for life's journey

• It highlights social inequalities

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'A Poem for My Librarian'?

• Nostalgic

• Critical

• Humorous

• Melancholic

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

In 'A Poem for My Librarian', what does the speaker imply about their childhood?

• It was filled with books and learning

• It was challenging and lonely

• It was adventurous and exciting

• It was carefree and joyful

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

What role does the librarian play in the speaker's life according to the poem?

• A mentor and supporter

• A distant observer

• A strict disciplinarian

• A casual acquaintance

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word best describes the relationship between the speaker and the librarian?

• Formal

• Distant

• Supportive

• Hostile

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6