"Two Braids" Poem Analysis

What is the main theme of the poem "Two Braids" by Rosanna Deerchild?

• The importance of friendship

• Cultural identity and self-acceptance

• The beauty of nature

• Overcoming fear of the dark

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

Who is the speaker in the poem "Two Braids"?

• A teacher

• A young Indigenous girl

• The girl's mother

• A classmate

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the act of braiding hair symbolize in the poem?

• Preparing for a party

• Connection to heritage and tradition

• Getting ready for school

• Winning a competition

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which of the following best describes the tone of the poem "Two Braids"?

• Humorous

• Reflective

• Angry

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

Summarize the main message of "Two Braids" in one sentence.

• The poem is about a girl who wants to cut her hair.

• The poem explores a girl's pride in her cultural heritage through her braids.

• The poem describes a day at the park.

• The poem is about learning to dance.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

How does the speaker feel about her braids at the end of the poem?

• Embarrassed

• Proud

• Angry

• Confused

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

Why might the speaker's classmates react differently to her braids?

• They are jealous of her hair

• They do not understand the cultural significance

• They want to braid their own hair

• They are all from the same culture

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the effect of the poem's imagery on the reader?

• It confuses the reader

• It helps the reader visualize and feel the speaker's pride

• It makes the poem longer

• It distracts from the message

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

If you were to describe the emotional impact of the poem, which word would best fit?

• Joyful

• Empowering

• Frightening

• Boring

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

How does the poet use the perspective of a young girl to enhance the poem's message?

• By making the poem confusing

• By showing innocence and genuine pride in her heritage

• By focusing on adult experiences

• By ignoring cultural themes

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.10