English Literature

Which feature does a “Song” share with all lyric poetry?

• It expresses a single speaker’s thoughts and feelings.

• It is written about events in the author’s life.

• It tells a story with characters and a setting.

• It rhymes and has a regular rhythm.

What type of poetry is Paul Revere?

• Lyrical

• Narrative

• Neither

• Both

Which details most clearly indicate a narrative poem?

• It rhymes and has a regular rhythm.

• It features characters, plot, and setting.

• It focuses on thoughts and feelings.

• It is addressed to a specific audience.

Which of the following is most clearly used to convey meaning in the “Song”?

• The development of a conflict and plot

• A focus on a single moment in time

• The repetition of words and phrases

• A focus on details of characters’ lives

What does the British ship Somerset most clearly symbolize in “Paul Revere’s Ride”?

• the dangers of the men’s mission

• the power of the American army

• the adventure of travel by sea

• the transition from old ways to new

Which of the following is most clearly a symbol in the “Song”?

• Home

• Those that wander

• East

• A hawk

Which of these does the hawk most likely represent?

• Family life

• Poor choices

• Misfortune

• Gratitude

Which is the best restatement of the theme of “Song”?

• Growing up is difficult for everyone.

• Life is full of unhappiness.

• Home is where happiness is found.

• Staying at home is boring.

What does the underlined phrase in the following excerpt reveal about President Reagan’s attitude towards the Berlin Wall?

• He thought it represented the healing of German wounds from the war.

• He thought it was unattractive compared to the rest of Berlin.

• He thought it served as a persistent reminder to humanity of unjust laws.

• He thought it showed how a once divided nation had been reunited.

In which sentence does the underlined word most clearly have the same connotations as the word 'brutal' in this passage?

• Because of a shortage, the authorities have imposed strict limits on gasoline sales.

• The winter cold was so harsh that a number of people were treated for frostbite.

• The athlete undertook a strenuous training program to improve her skills.

• He thought it was insensitive of her not to invite the couple down the hall to her party.