6A- "A Voice" Poem by Pat Mora- Questions

Front

What does the phrase 'spunky as a peacock' mean in the poem?

Back

Colorful & fancy.

Front

What does 'Your father, the judge without a courtroom' imply about the father?

Back

He was strict.

Front

What sense does 'meat, potatoes, gravy' appeal to?

Back

Taste.

Front

What does the title 'A Voice' signify to the poet?

Back

You should be proud to have 'a voice' and speak up for yourself.

Front

What does 'the undoable is done in the next generation' mean?

Back

Each generation fights to change things that are wrong about the world.

Front

What is the main theme of the poem 'A Voice'?

Back

Empowerment and self-expression.

Front

How does the poet use imagery in 'A Voice'?

Back

To evoke emotions and create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

Front

What literary device is used in the phrase 'spunky as a peacock'?

Back

Simile.

Front

Why is the father's role compared to a judge in the poem?

Back

To highlight his authority and strictness.

Front

What does the poem suggest about the importance of having a voice?

Back

It emphasizes the significance of self-advocacy and speaking out.