WorksheetsWeek 7 Assessment - Speech to the Young
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
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1.
1. The following line is an example of what type of figurative language?
the sun-slappers,
the self-soilers,
a)
alliteration
b)
personification
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
2.
2. The following line is an example of what type of figurative language?
Shoulders falling down like teardrops,
Weakening by my soulful cries?
a)
alliteration
b)
personification
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
3.
3. The following line is an example of what type of figurative language?
I’m a black ocean, leaping and wide
a)
alliteration
b)
personification
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
4.
4. The following lines are an example of what type of figurative language?
You may shoot me with your words,
You may cut me with your eyes,
a)
alliteration
b)
personification
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
5.
5. From the title of the poem, Speech to the Young: Speech to the Progress-Toward, the reader can infer that the -
a)
speaker is an older person.
b)
speech was written long ago.
c)
speech was given at school.
d)
the speaker has made many mistakes.
6.
6. What is the main theme of the poem Speech to the Young?
a)
It is important to be cautious at all times.
b)
Life is too short to worry about the future.
c)
Life means different things to different people.
d)
Stay positive and don't dwell on the past; focus on the present.
7.
7. Read line of the poem.
say to the down-keepers,
The poet is most likely referring to people who -
a)
do not think of the future.
b)
struggle to succeed in life.
c)
are discouraging to other.
d)
believe life should be easy.
8.
8. The reader can infer that the poet's main purpose is to
a)
show the importance of self-expression through poetry.
b)
describe the serious problems life can bring.
c)
prove how effective short poems can be.
d)
encourage readers to stand up for themselves.
9.
9. The repetition of the word live in the last three lines of the poem helps build a tone that is -
a)
anxious
b)
calm
c)
encouraging
d)
demanding
10.
10. Which two elements of poetry does "Speech to the Young" use to convey ideas?
a)
alliteration
b)
repetition
c)
a consistent rhythm throughout
d)
a specific rhyming pattern
e)
line breaks after complete sentences
11.
11. Read the line from "The Poem of Stone Soup"
"So a clever plan was born"
How does the line contribute to the development of the poem?
a)
It describes the setting for the events.
b)
It reveals the theme of the poem.
c)
It details the events that are part of the conflict.
d)
It describes the characters' response to a problem.
12.
12. In "The Poem of Stone Soup," which word is a synonym for superb?
a)
original
b)
excellent
c)
preserved
d)
inspiring
13.
13. How do the soldiers in "The Poem of Stone Soup" respond to the way the villagers treat them?
a)
They make a soup without needing any help from the villagers.
b)
They make a plea to the villagers to the villagers for a place to sleep.
c)
They come up with an idea that will trick the villagers.
d)
They come up with an idea to take food from the villagers in the next town.
14.
14. Which sentence best describes a theme of "The Poem of Stone Soup"?
a)
Things are not always as they seem.
b)
People who trick others are usually punished.
c)
Wisdom comes through great sacrifice.
d)
People can be lonely even when with others.
15.
15. How does the author develop the plot using characters actions?
a)
The main characters find ways to buy the supplies they need.
b)
The main characters make decisions that result in their own downfall.
c)
The characters are unsure how they can help but find a way to work together.
d)
The characters are willing to share something that they had not offered before.
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