Understanding 'Hanging Fire' by Audre Lorde

What does the metaphor 'mama's in the bedroom with the door closed' primarily signify in the poem?

• A sense of security

• A happy family environment

• A celebration of independence

• Feelings of loneliness and neglect

What does the speaker's mother do that contributes to the speaker's feelings of neglect?

• Takes her on trips

• Buys her gifts

• Closes the bedroom door

• Encourages her to study

How is the poem 'Hanging Fire' structured?

• As a sonnet

• As a haiku

• In free verse

• With a regular rhyme scheme

What is one of the main concerns of the speaker in 'Hanging Fire'?

• Her plans for a vacation

• Her mother's career

• Her fear of dying before graduation

• Her love for dancing

What does the speaker worry about regarding her appearance?

• Her hairstyle

• Her braces

• Her clothing style

• Her height

What does the speaker wish to learn for the next party?

• How to sing

• How to dance

• How to play an instrument

• How to cook

What does the speaker question about her future?

• Her career path

• Her ability to grow up

• Her travel plans

• Her financial stability

What societal issue does the speaker feel affected by in the poem?

• Racism

• Economic inequality

• Environmental issues

• Political unrest

What does the speaker feel about her academic achievements?

• Confident and recognized

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Envious and overlooked

• Proud and satisfied

How is the tone of 'Hanging Fire' best described?

• Calm and peaceful

• Forbidding and apprehensive

• Joyful and carefree

• Romantic and hopeful