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WorksheetsWalt Whitman's Song of Myself - COMP.CHECK 3
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is Whitman's purpose in saying he "celebrates" himself?
To show selfishness
To emphasize individual self-worth
To seek approval
To honor others
How does Whitman suggest the connection between himself and others?
By saying every atom in him belongs to everyone
By sharing his belongings
By giving gifts
By seeking solitude
When Whitman says "I loaf," he means:
he feels lazy
he enjoys a moment of relaxation and thought
he bakes
he is sleeping
Why does Whitman mention being 37 and in good health?
He is worried about aging
To acknowledge his vitality
To discuss his problems
To complain about health issues
What does "abeyance" signify in Whitman's approach to creeds and schools?
He is angry at them
He temporarily sets them aside
He fully rejects them
He does not understand them
Why does Whitman call grass the "flag of my disposition"?
It represents his hopeful and open nature
It represents sadness
It symbolizes anger
It symbolizes weakness
What does the grass symbolize when Whitman calls it a "handkerchief of the Lord"?
A divine gift
A person
A flag
A tool
Why does Whitman consider grass a reminder or "remembrancer"?
It helps him forget
It reminds him of nature's beauty and God's presence
It represents money
It's a distraction
In Whitman's view, why is "there really no death"?
People never die
Life is cyclical and continuous through nature
Time stands still
Life is a mystery
Whitman's mention of grass as "the flag of my disposition" indicates:
his positive outlook on life and nature
his desire to leave
his indifference to nature
his sadness
Why does Whitman state that he "celebrates" himself and "sings" himself?
To express the importance of self-acceptance and individualism
To seek admiration
To show pride in his heritage
To demonstrate power
What does Whitman mean by "every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you"?
He believes in the interconnectedness of all people
He feels alone
He only cares about himself
He is wealthy
Whitman's reference to "loafing" and "inviting his soul" suggests:
laziness
a deep reflection on self and life
loneliness
boredom
How does Whitman's acknowledgment of his age and health contribute to his poem's theme?
It highlights the vigor of life and self-celebration
It shows his regrets
It is a lament for lost youth
It suggests he is feeling old
Why does Whitman place creeds and schools "in abeyance"?
To emphasize the value of nature and individual experiences over societal rules
To criticize formal education
To reject religion
To distance himself from society
