Bob Greenberg - 'Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening' by Robert Frost

The transcript is a reading of Robert Frost's poem 'Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening'. It describes a traveler who stops to admire the snow-filled woods, contemplates the quiet and beauty of the scene, and reflects on the journey and responsibilities that lie ahead. The poem captures the tension between the allure of nature and the obligations of life.

What is the setting of the poem 'Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening'?

• A bustling city

• A sunny beach

• A desert landscape

• A snowy evening in the woods

Why does the narrator think the horse finds it strange to stop in the woods?

• Because there is no farmhouse nearby

• Because the horse is tired

• Because it is too cold

• Because it is too dark

What does the horse do to express its confusion?

• It neighs loudly

• It shakes its harness bell

• It runs away

• It stomps its feet

What does the narrator find appealing about the woods?

• They are noisy and bustling

• They are full of wildlife

• They are lovely, dark, and deep

• They are bright and sunny

What reminder does the narrator have despite the beauty of the woods?

• He has to return home for dinner

• He has promises to keep and a journey to complete

• He needs to find shelter

• He has to meet someone in the village