The Land of Counterpane EOG Review

What do lines 1 through 4 tell about the speaker?

• He likes to rest.

• He has many friends.

• He can easily find fun.

• He wants to get new toys.

Which line best shows that the speaker likes to pretend?

• "when I was sick and lay a-bed"

• "I had two pillows at my head"

• "to keep me happy all the day"

• "I was the giant great and still.

Which word has the same meaning as bed-clothes in line 8?

• hills

• fleets

• sheets

• houses

Which line tells why the speaker is playing with toys instead of playing outside?

• "When I was sick and lay a-bed"

• "And sometimes for an hour or so"

• "I watched my leaden soldiers go"

• "And sees before him, dale and plain"

What does the word planted mean as it is used in line 12?

• put in the ground

• covered with grass

• set up in a special way

• given away as a gift

What is the main message of the poem?

• Anything can be fun when you imagine.

• It is never pleasant to be sick in bed.

• Having many pillows will make you happy.

• Playing with toys is more fun than being outside.