Quiz on "an afternoon nap"

Who wrote the poem "an afternoon nap"?

• Edwin Thumboo

• Arthur Yap

• Lee Tzu Pheng

• Boey Kim Cheng

In which year was "an afternoon nap" published?

• 1965

• 1977

• 1985

• 1992

What is the primary theme of the poem?

• Love and relationships

• The high cost of parental pressure

• The beauty of childhood

• The struggles of poverty

How does the mother discipline her son?

• By ignoring him

• By showering him with gifts

• By berating and beating him

• By sending him away

What does the mother prioritize the most?

• Her son’s happiness

• Academic success and discipline

• Family bonding

• Social status

The poem is narrated by:

• The boy

• The mother

• A third-person speaker

• A teacher

The phrase “the ambitious mother across the road” suggests that:

• The mother is too focused on her own goals

• She is a kind and supportive parent

• She ignores her child completely

• She is admired by everyone

What does “proclaiming her goodness” indicate about the mother?

• She believes she is a good mother despite her actions

• She is well-liked by the community

• She never raises her voice

• She encourages her son gently

What kind of punishment does the mother use during the piano lessons?

• She withholds food

• She shouts and hits for every mistake

• She stops paying for lessons

• She encourages her son to practice more

The mother’s voice is compared to:

• A bird’s song

• The sound of laughter

• The harsh sound of striking piano keys

• A whisper