Exploring Figurative Language in 'Love That Dog'

The transcript follows Jack, a student in Miss Stretchberry's class, as he navigates his journey with poetry. Initially reluctant, Jack gradually becomes more engaged, writing about a blue car and his beloved yellow dog. He explores different forms of poetry, including shape poems, and finds inspiration in Walter Dean Myers' work. Jack's growth is marked by his increasing confidence and willingness to share his work, culminating in a visit from Myers himself.

Why does Jack initially believe boys don't write poetry?

• Because he doesn't like reading poems.

• Because he believes only girls write poetry.

• Because he thinks poetry is too difficult.

• Because his friends told him not to write poetry.

What does Jack compare his poem about the blue car to?

• A song.

• A story.

• A riddle.

• A picture with words.

How does Jack feel about the poem 'Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright'?

• He finds it confusing but likes how it sounds.

• He finds it easy to understand.

• He doesn't like it at all.

• He thinks it's the best poem ever.

What does Jack's poem about his yellow dog include?

• A description of the dog's tricks.

• A shape poem that looks like a dog.

• A story about the dog's adventures.

• A list of the dog's favorite foods.

Why does Jack want to leave his name off his poems initially?

• He prefers to remain anonymous.

• He is afraid of being laughed at.

• He doesn't think they are good enough.

• He wants to surprise his teacher.

What does Jack ask Miss Stretchberry to do with his secret poem?

• Hide it from Walter Dean Myers.

• Send it to a poetry contest.

• Read it out loud in class.

• Publish it in the school newspaper.

What does Jack's letter to Walter Dean Myers reveal about his thoughts on writing?

• He finds writing easy and enjoyable.

• He thinks writers have too much free time.

• He believes writing is a difficult and busy task.

• He doesn't understand why people write.

How does Jack feel when he learns Walter Dean Myers is visiting his school?

• Nervous and anxious.

• Indifferent and uninterested.

• Disappointed and sad.

• Excited and thrilled.

What impact does Walter Dean Myers' visit have on Jack?

• It inspires him to write more.

• It makes him feel embarrassed.

• It has no impact on him.

• It makes him want to stop writing.

What does Jack include in his final letter to Walter Dean Myers?

• A request for an autograph.

• A list of questions about poetry.

• A new poem inspired by Myers.

• A drawing of his yellow dog.