G4 Poetry Review

Which of the following best describes free verse in poetry?

• A form of poetry that follows a specific rhyme scheme and meter.

• A form of poetry that uses consistent stanza lengths and rhyme patterns.

• A form of poetry that does not follow regular rhyme or meter patterns, allowing for more natural and varied expression.

• A form of poetry that only uses rhyming.

Which of the following sentences best shows the use of imagery?

• The cat is very small.

• The pizza was delicious.

• The sun set behind the mountains, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink.

• The book is on the table.

Which of the following sentences best shows personification?

• The stars twinkled in the night sky.

• The flowers danced in the gentle breeze.

• The dog barked loudly at the stranger.

• The cake tasted sweet and delicious.

Which of the following sentences is an example of a metaphor?

• The car is as fast as a cheetah.

• The leaves rustled in the wind.

• The classroom was a zoo during the break.

• She sings beautifully.

On Thanksgiving, the children watched the turkey _____ up all the food on the plate.

• gobble

• individuality

• mist

• roots

The tree's _______ grow deep into the soil to find water and nutrients.

• gobble

• individuality

• mist

• roots

In the early morning, a light _____ covered the field, making everything look magical.

• gobble

• individuality

• mist

• roots

Each student's artwork showed their unique _________, reflecting their personal style and creativity.

• gobble

• individuality

• mist

• roots

In Nikki Giovanni's poem "The Drum," what does the drum symbolize?

• The loudness of the city.

• The rhythm of life and the connection between people.

• The noise of a celebration.

• The sound of thunder.

In the poem "Birdfoot's Grampa" by Joseph Bruchac, what is the main message conveyed through Grampa's actions?

• The importance of hurrying and staying on schedule.

• The significance of being kind and showing compassion to all living things.

• The need to avoid getting wet in the rain.

• The value of keeping the car clean.