Themes of Love and Time in Poetry

Themes of Love and Time in Poetry

Assessment

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English

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The transcript is a poetic exploration of love, time, and mortality. It begins with an introduction to the themes of love and time, using vivid imagery and hyperbole to express the depth of affection. The poem reflects on the passage of time and its impact on love and life, highlighting the urgency to embrace love before mortality takes its toll. The conclusion urges the reader to seize the moment and live fully, as time is fleeting.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme introduced at the beginning of the poem?

The power of friendship

The beauty of nature

The concept of time and love

The importance of wealth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would the speaker do if they had infinite time?

Travel the world

Build a house

Contemplate love and life

Write a book

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe their love in the poem?

As fleeting and temporary

As vast and slow-growing

As shallow and superficial

As quick and intense

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker hear at their back?

The ticking of a clock

Time's winged chariot

A distant melody

The sound of waves

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to beauty according to the speaker?

It grows stronger

It fades with time

It remains unchanged

It becomes eternal

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker urge to do while youth is still present?

Study hard

Travel extensively

Embrace love

Save money

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker suggest they should enjoy their time?

By ignoring the passage of time

By passionately seizing the moment

By savoring each moment slowly

By planning carefully

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe combining strength and sweetness?

A flowing river

A towering mountain

A rolling stone

A single ball