Week 25 Cold Read Practice

Front

What do the roads symbolize in the poem?

Back

Possibilities of Life’s choices.

Front

How does the first paragraph contribute to the central idea of the article?

Back

It provides an example of how much power the North Korean government has over citizens.

Front

Which detail from the text best provides evidence of how the North Korean government spreads its ideology?

Back

"From dawn to dusk, and from birth to death, the Korean people structure their lives around loyalty to their nation and to the Kims." (Paragraph 6)

Front

How do lines 9-12 affect the meaning of the poem?

Back

The speaker admits that the two roads were actually similar, suggesting that one choice was not clearly better than the other.

Front

What is the significance of lines 13-15 on the meaning of the poem?

Back

The speaker understands that taking one opportunity will likely prevent them from going back to take another.

Front

What is the central theme of the poem?

Back

The theme revolves around choices and their consequences in life.

Front

What literary device is used when the roads are described in the poem?

Back

Symbolism, as the roads represent life choices.

Front

What does the speaker's indecision in the poem reflect?

Back

It reflects the complexity of making choices in life.

Front

How does the author illustrate individuality in North Korea?

Back

By explaining the limitations imposed by the government on personal expression.

Front

What role does clothing play in the article about North Korea?

Back

It serves as a metaphor for the lack of individuality and the control of the government.