Understanding 'Dust of Snow' by Robert Frost

Understanding 'Dust of Snow' by Robert Frost

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, Arts, Philosophy

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video discusses Robert Frost's poem 'Dust of Snow', highlighting its themes and symbolism. The poem describes how a crow shaking snow from a hemlock tree changes the poet's mood, illustrating the unexpected positive impact of nature. The hemlock and crow symbolize negativity, but the snow's fall brings a positive change. The video emphasizes the importance of nature in improving our mood and provides a mnemonic to remember the poet's name. It concludes with a call to action to like, share, and subscribe.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event in the poem 'Dust of Snow' changes the poet's mood?

A crow caws loudly

A crow shakes snow from a tree

The poet finds a flower

The sun starts shining

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the hemlock tree symbolize in the poem?

Wisdom

Growth

Negativity

Happiness

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the poem illustrate the impact of small moments?

By showing a long journey

By describing a change in weather

By depicting a sudden mood shift

By narrating a conversation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of the poem 'Dust of Snow'?

The power of nature to uplift spirits

The importance of friendship

The inevitability of change

The beauty of winter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you remember the poet's name according to the video?

By thinking of 'Cold' and 'Frost'

By remembering 'Winter' and 'Frost'

By linking 'Snow' with 'Frost'

By associating 'Frost' with 'Ice'