Poetry Analysis Quiz

Which statement best describes the author’s purpose and message in the poem? (TEKS 7.9A)

• To explain the science behind how the night sky looks

• To create a feeling of serenity and convey the peace found in nature

• To entertain the reader with a suspenseful nighttime scene

• To argue that silence is unsettling and ominous

Which figurative language technique is used in the line “The breeze it hums a gentle tune,” and how does it enhance the meaning of the poem? (TEKS 7.9D)

• The metaphor suggests that the breeze is a musician, highlighting nature’s calmness.

• The personification gives the breeze human qualities, emphasizing its soothing presence.

• The simile shows that the breeze is powerful like music, stressing its force.

• The alliteration creates a chaotic mood, suggesting the breeze is harsh.

Which of the following is the best evidence from the poem to support the idea that the poem’s mood is peaceful and calming? (TEKS 7.6C, 7.5F)

• "The world, it sleeps, so soft, so deep"

• "The sky is calm, the stars stand still"

• "The breeze it hums a gentle tune"

• All of the above

What can you infer about the setting of the poem, and which evidence supports this inference? (TEKS 7.5F)

• The setting is chaotic, based on the "whisper floats upon the hill."

• The setting is quiet and tranquil, supported by "All worries fade, the shadows flee."

• The setting is indoors because the poem describes sleep.

• The setting is unsettling, as indicated by "the shadows flee."

How does the author’s choice of language contribute to the overall tone of the poem? (TEKS 7.9F)

• The author uses soft, calming words to create a soothing, peaceful tone.

• The author uses dark, ominous words to create a fearful tone.

• The author uses exciting, adventurous words to create an energetic tone.

• The author uses humorous language to create a lighthearted tone.

What is the best definition of the word "reverie" as used in the line "In this quiet, peaceful reverie"? (TEKS 7.2B)

• A dreamlike state of peacefulness

• A loud celebration

• A sense of urgency

• A chaotic atmosphere

Which word in the poem helps you determine the meaning of reverie?

• "quiet"

• "lullaby"

• "worries"

• "shadows"