CKLA Unit 3: Poetry

What is a declaration?

• A statement that announces something, such as 'My basketball team just won first place!'.

• A legal document that formalizes a contract.

• A type of mathematical equation used in programming.

• A personal opinion expressed in writing.

What does it mean if a character feels they should have a decent meal?

• It means the character believes the meal should be satisfactory or acceptable, not too bad or too good.

• It means the character thinks the meal should be extravagant and luxurious.

• It means the character feels the meal should be very simple and plain.

• It means the character believes the meal should be unhealthy and indulgent.

What is anaphora?

• The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences.

• A literary device that involves the use of similar sounds in a sentence.

• A technique used to create a vivid image in the reader's mind.

• The use of exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

What is the effect of using similes in poetry?

• Similes create vivid imagery and help readers understand comparisons in a relatable way.

• Similes make the poem longer and more complex.

• Similes are used to confuse the reader and obscure meaning.

• Similes have no significant effect on the poem's overall impact.

What is alliteration?

• The repetition of the same sound at the beginning of closely placed words.

• A poetic device that involves the use of similes and metaphors.

• A form of rhyme that occurs at the end of lines in poetry.

• The use of exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

What is the purpose of a poet's journal?

• To record daily events and activities

• To jot down thoughts, ideas, and observations that can inspire poetry.

• To keep track of financial expenses

• To write letters to friends and family

What is the significance of using metaphors in poetry?

• Metaphors make poetry more difficult to understand.

• Metaphors add depth and meaning, allowing readers to see connections between different ideas.

• Metaphors are only used for decorative purposes in poetry.

• Metaphors have no real significance in poetry.

What is the role of imagery in poetry?

• Imagery uses descriptive language to create mental pictures, helping readers to visualize the poem's themes and emotions.

• Imagery is primarily used to create rhyme and rhythm in poetry.

• Imagery serves to confuse the reader and obscure the poem's meaning.

• Imagery is a technique used to summarize the poem in a single line.

What is a simile?

• A figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.

• A type of metaphor that does not use 'like' or 'as'.

• A statement that contradicts itself.

• A form of personification that attributes human qualities to animals.

How is Grandma described in the poem?

• Grandma is described as 'small and tough', indicating she is not large but has a strong character.

• Grandma is described as 'tall and gentle', suggesting she is large and kind-hearted.

• Grandma is described as 'old and fragile', indicating she is weak and delicate.

• Grandma is described as 'young and energetic', suggesting she is lively and full of life.