Understanding 'Mother to Son' by Langston Hughes

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

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

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

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

What theme does Langston Hughes emphasize through the metaphor of 'landings' and 'turning corners'?

• Confusion

• Hope

• Anger

• Despair

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

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

What is the first step in the student poem activity?

• Reading the poem aloud

• Brainstorming similes and metaphors

• Discussing the poem with the teacher

• Writing a full poem from scratch

How does brainstorming help students in the poem activity?

• It makes the activity shorter

• It helps them memorize the poem

• It provides a starting point for their own creativity

• It allows them to copy each other's ideas

What is the final task for students in the poem activity?

• To analyze a peer's poem

• To write a poem using similes, metaphors, and personification

• To add stanzas to their poem

• To present their poem to the class