Sonnet 138

What is the main theme of Sonnet 138?

• Deception and self-deception in a relationship

• Love and passion in a relationship

• Friendship and loyalty in a relationship

• Betrayal and revenge in a relationship

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

How does the poet use deception in Sonnet 138 to convey the theme of love?

• The poet uses deception by pretending to love but actually seeking revenge.

• The poet uses deception by manipulating the partner's emotions to gain control.

• The poet uses deception by revealing the truth about the relationship and causing conflict.

• The poet uses deception by acknowledging the falsehood in the relationship but accepting it to maintain harmony.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Identify one poetic device used in Sonnet 138.

• Irony

• Onomatopoeia

• Alliteration

• Metaphor

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

How does the form of a sonnet contribute to the meaning and style of Sonnet 138?

• The form of a sonnet is irrelevant to the meaning and style of Sonnet 138.

• The form of a sonnet restricts the expression of the theme, limiting the depth of meaning in Sonnet 138.

• The form of a sonnet allows for a structured and concise expression of the theme, while the rhyme scheme enhances the playful and deceptive nature of the speaker's words in Sonnet 138.

• The rhyme scheme of a sonnet detracts from the speaker's words, making Sonnet 138 less impactful.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

In what ways do the rhyme scheme and meter contribute to the overall meaning of Sonnet 138?

• The rhyme scheme and meter contribute to the overall meaning by highlighting the speaker's sincerity and honesty.

• The rhyme scheme and meter contribute to the overall meaning by emphasizing the speaker's admiration and respect for the subject.

• The rhyme scheme and meter contribute to the overall meaning by emphasizing the theme of deception and irony in the speaker's relationship.

• The rhyme scheme and meter contribute to the overall meaning by introducing a sense of chaos and disorder in the sonnet.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Describe the impact of the structure of Sonnet 138 on the reader's understanding of the theme of love and deception.

• The structure of Sonnet 138 confuses the reader's understanding of the theme of love and deception by being too straightforward and predictable.

• The structure of Sonnet 138 simplifies the reader's understanding of the theme of love and deception by removing any depth or complexity.

• The structure of Sonnet 138 has no impact on the reader's understanding of the theme of love and deception as it is irrelevant to the content.

• The structure of Sonnet 138 enhances the reader's understanding of the theme of love and deception by creating tension, contradiction, and emphasizing the carefully chosen words.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

How do the stanzas in Sonnet 138 contribute to the development of the theme of love and deception?

• The stanzas in Sonnet 138 contribute to the theme of love and deception by emphasizing the lack of emotional depth in the relationship

• The stanzas in Sonnet 138 contribute to the theme of love and deception by highlighting the honesty and transparency in the relationship

• The stanzas in Sonnet 138 contribute to the theme of love and deception by portraying a relationship built on mutual lies and self-deception.

• The stanzas in Sonnet 138 contribute to the theme of love and deception by showcasing the simplicity and purity of love

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

How does the conclusion of Sonnet 138 reinforce the central message of the poem?

• The conclusion of Sonnet 138 reinforces the central message by emphasizing honesty and transparency.

• The conclusion of Sonnet 138 reinforces the central message by highlighting the importance of communication.

• The conclusion of Sonnet 138 reinforces the central message by accepting mutual deception in the relationship.

• The conclusion of Sonnet 138 reinforces the central message by promoting forgiveness and understanding.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5