6th grade my perspectives unit 2 cat poetry

Front

What is the main theme of the poem 'Nikita'?

Back

The main theme revolves around protection and care, reflecting the speaker's feelings towards Nikita, similar to their feelings for a loved one.

Front

How does Mrs. Russo's relationship with Nikita reflect her feelings about her son?

Back

Mrs. Russo is protective of Nikita because she wishes she could have kept her son safe, indicating a deep emotional connection.

Front

What word best describes the environment where Nikita is kept?

Back

Unpleasant.

Front

What does the speaker in 'The Visitor' struggle with?

Back

The speaker finds it difficult to act.

Front

Which quote from 'The Visitor' supports the speaker's struggle to act?

Back

'... I see all the angles of what could go wrong so I never know what side to be on.'

Front

What is the significance of the lines from 'Sonnet' regarding material possessions?

Back

The lines suggest that helping others is more important than having nice things.

Front

Define 'theme' in literature.

Back

The theme is the central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

Front

What does it mean to be 'protective' in a relationship?

Back

Being protective means caring for someone and wanting to keep them safe from harm.

Front

What is a 'poem'?

Back

A poem is a piece of writing that expresses emotions, ideas, or stories in a structured form, often using rhythm and rhyme.

Front

Explain the term 'speaker' in poetry.

Back

The speaker is the voice or persona that narrates the poem, which may or may not be the poet themselves.