
Understanding 'Mother to Son' by Langston Hughes
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English
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4th - 5th Grade
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Hard
Evelyn Hayes
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of introducing the poem 'Mother to Son' in the classroom?
To teach students about Langston Hughes' biography
To explore the beauty of language and figurative speech
To analyze the structure of sonnets
To discuss the history of poetry
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is a shared reading of the poem beneficial for students?
It encourages students to write their own poems
It helps students memorize the poem
It allows students to hear the correct pronunciation
It makes the language and meaning more accessible
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an extended metaphor?
A metaphor that is used only once
A metaphor that is used in a different language
A metaphor that is longer and more detailed
A metaphor that compares three things
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the poem, what does the 'crystal stair' symbolize?
A life of wealth and fame
A life full of surprises
A difficult and challenging life
A luxurious and easy life
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What theme does Langston Hughes emphasize through the metaphor of 'landings' and 'turning corners'?
Confusion
Hope
Anger
Despair
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Langston Hughes use repetition in his poem?
To make the poem longer
To confuse the reader
To emphasize important ideas
To create a musical rhythm
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the 'reading to the wall' activity?
To practice public speaking
To improve reading fluency and comprehension
To entertain classmates
To memorize the poem
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