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Worksheets"There But for Grace"/ "Days"
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which sentence best describes the effect of the repetition used throughout 'There But for the Grace'?
It suggests a degree of certainty about historical events.
It contributes to the poem’s tone of indifference toward death.
It emphasizes ideas about circumstances and survival.
It offers insights into memorable events from the poet’s life.
In 'There But for the Grace,' the contradictions in lines 6–16 demonstrate that —
people are in control of their own fates
people never know what might change their fates
a person’s choices determine what happens to them
a person’s position in life determines what happens to them
Read line 22 from 'There But for the Grace.' 'The net had one eyehole, and you got through it?' Which statement provides the best interpretation of this metaphor?
With a lot of luck, every situation turns out exactly as planned.
If the first attempt fails, don’t hesitate to wish for a lucky break.
Even when chances are poor, it is possible to succeed.
Despite things going wrong, there’s no need to worry.
Read lines 14–16 of "Days." The simile in these lines provides the reader with —
a vivid example of descriptive language
a comparison of people to stage performers
a contrast of all the many delicate human emotions
a visual representation of the precarious nature of life
In "Days," the mood expressed by the language in lines 17–20 is —
calm
relieved
sad
worried
The imagery in lines 23–24 of "Days" reinforces the idea that people should —
think about the day with hope and gratitude
be quiet and reflective throughout the day
think about all that was good about the past
be careful when handling fragile objects
The onomatopoeia in the last line of "Days" conveys the idea that —
people feel exhausted at the end of the day
life is not as difficult as most people think
life is more delicate than people recognize
people should try not to make any noise
Which word best describes the overall tone of "Days"?
Bittersweet
Carefree
Curious
Overwhelmed
Both poems use contradictory language to express —
the paradoxes seen in real life
the changes that occur each day
the inconsistencies in how people live
the differences between poets
Which line in "There But for the Grace" expresses hopefulness similar to that expressed in lines 22–23 in "Days"?
It happened sooner. Later. (line 3)
Because rain fell. Because a shadow fell. (line 10)
by sheer coincidence. (line 20)
There’s no end to my wonder, my silence. (line 23)
Which of the poems conveys a stronger sense of fate or destiny?
"There But for the Grace"
"Days"
Both equally
Neither
How does each poem address the concept of time?
"There But for the Grace" sees time as a series of close calls, while "Days" views time as an accumulation of experiences.
"There But for the Grace" views time as linear, while "Days" sees time as cyclical.
Both poems view time as fleeting and unpredictable
Neither poem addresses the concept of time.
Both poems use imagery to convey their messages. Which statement best describes the imagery used in each poem?
"There But for the Grace" uses imagery of escape and chance, while "Days" uses imagery of precarious balance.
Both poems use imagery related to nature and the changing seasons.
"There But for the Grace" uses imagery of daily routines, while "Days" focuses on life's unexpected moments.
Neither poem uses vivid imagery.
Which poem presents a more contemplative tone?
"There But for the Grace"
"Days"
Both equally
Neither
How do the two poems approach the idea of gratitude or appreciation?
"There But for the Grace" emphasizes the randomness of life, while "Days" emphasizes the value of each day.
Both poems emphasize living in the present and being grateful for every moment.
"There But for the Grace" emphasizes the importance of everyday moments, while "Days" emphasizes life's unpredictability.
Neither poem focuses on gratitude or appreciation.
