Analyzing Themes in Poetry

Analyzing Themes in Poetry

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

The video tutorial explores the poem 'Scribbler's Dream' by Port Lawrence Darmany, which encourages writers to pursue their dreams and avoid procrastination. The poem is read in full, followed by an analysis of its themes, form, structure, and literary devices. Key themes include the importance of taking charge of one's craft, persistence, and the consequences of procrastination. The video concludes with a call to action for writers to start writing and make use of available resources.

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21 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message of the poem 'Scribbler's Dream'?

To explain the history of writing tools.

To tell a story about a lost treasure.

To describe the beauty of nature.

To encourage writers to pursue their dreams and avoid procrastination.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the poem suggest is necessary to achieve one's dreams?

Relying on others for help.

Waiting for the right moment.

Taking action and avoiding laziness.

Building castles in the air.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the 'gold adorning the neck' in the poem?

It symbolizes hidden potential.

It refers to a famous necklace.

It is a literal description.

It represents wealth.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the poet mean by 'heavy are your hands'?

The writer is physically tired.

The writer is burdened by inaction.

The writer is strong.

The writer is carrying something heavy.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the poet mean by 'the dream in your mind fills the Shelf'?

Dreams are decorative.

Dreams need to be realized through action.

Dreams are stored on a shelf.

Dreams are forgotten.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the poet mean by 'they dig deep who find it'?

Success is a matter of luck.

Success requires deep thought.

Success is found by those who search thoroughly.

Success is easy to achieve.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the poem, what happens if you don't use your skills?

They become more valuable.

They remain unchanged.

They are lost over time.

They improve automatically.

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