Flicker Flash

What is a simile, and can you identify one in the poem "Flicker Flash" by Joan Bransfield Graham?

• A comparison using "like" or "as"; "The light is as bright as the sun."

• A comparison without using "like" or "as"; "The light is the sun."

• A type of rhyme; "The light is bright."

• A type of metaphor; "The light is a sunbeam."

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Summarize the main idea of the poem "Flicker Flash" by Joan Bransfield Graham.

• The poem describes a journey through a dark forest.

• The poem explores different sources and effects of light.

• The poem is about a child's dream of flying.

• The poem tells a story about a lost treasure.

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Which of the following best describes the imagery used in "Flicker Flash"?

• The poem uses imagery of water and waves.

• The poem uses imagery of light and shadows.

• The poem uses imagery of mountains and valleys.

• The poem uses imagery of animals and forests.

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Analyze the tone of the poem "Flicker Flash." What feeling does the poem convey?

• The tone is sad and gloomy.

• The tone is joyful and playful.

• The tone is angry and harsh.

• The tone is mysterious and suspenseful.

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What mood does the poem "Flicker Flash" create for the reader?

• A mood of fear and anxiety.

• A mood of excitement and wonder.

• A mood of boredom and disinterest.

• A mood of confusion and chaos.

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Make an inference about why the poet chose to write about light in "Flicker Flash."

• The poet wanted to explore the theme of darkness.

• The poet wanted to highlight the beauty and importance of light.

• The poet wanted to discuss the dangers of light.

• The poet wanted to focus on the theme of time.

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Identify a metaphor in the poem "Flicker Flash" by Joan Bransfield Graham.

• "The light dances like a ballerina."

• "The light is a gentle whisper."

• "The light is as bright as a star."

• "The light flickers like a candle."

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Compare and contrast the themes of light and darkness in "Flicker Flash."

• Light is portrayed as negative, while darkness is positive.

• Light is portrayed as positive, while darkness is negative.

• Both light and darkness are portrayed as negative.

• Both light and darkness are portrayed as positive.

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What is the effect of the poet's use of personification in "Flicker Flash"?

• It makes the light seem more human and relatable.

• It makes the light seem more distant and unreachable.

• It makes the light seem more scientific and factual.

• It makes the light seem more mysterious and unknown.

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What is the purpose of the poet's use of rhyme in "Flicker Flash"?

• To create a sense of chaos and disorder.

• To create a musical and rhythmic quality.

• To make the poem more difficult to understand.

• To emphasize the theme of darkness.

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