Comparing Two Inspiring Poems

What is a common theme found in both "One Today" and "The Hill We Climb"?

• The beauty of nature.

• Americans should work towards unity and have hope for the future.

• The inevitability of change.

• The power of love

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which poetic device is predominantly used in "One Today" to create imagery?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Personification

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Analyze the tone of "The Hill We Climb." Which of the following best describes it?

• Pessimistic and somber

• Optimistic and inspiring

• Angry and defiant

• Melancholic and reflective

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Compare the mood of "One Today" with "The Hill We Climb." Which statement is accurate?

• Both poems have a mood of despair.

• "One Today" has a celebratory mood, while "The Hill We Climb" has a hopeful mood.

• Both poems have a mood of nostalgia.

• "One Today" has a hopeful mood, while "The Hill We Climb" has a celebratory mood.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Summarize the main idea of "One Today."

• The poem reflects on the struggles of the past.

• The poem celebrates the diversity and unity of America.

• The poem describes the beauty of nature.

• The poem criticizes modern society.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Interpret the figurative language in the line "We lay down our arms so we can reach out our arms to one another" from "The Hill We Climb."

• It suggests physical disarmament.

• It symbolizes the end of conflict and the beginning of unity.

• It describes a literal action of laying down weapons.

• It refers to a military strategy.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate the author's purpose in writing "The Hill We Climb."

• To entertain the audience with a fictional story

• To persuade the audience to take political action

• To inspire hope and unity in a divided nation

• To inform the audience about historical events

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the main message of "One Today"?

• The importance of individual success

• The celebration of a shared national identity

• The critique of modern technology

• The exploration of personal relationships

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How does the use of repetition in "The Hill We Climb" contribute to its overall impact?

• It creates a sense of monotony.

• It emphasizes key themes and ideas.

• It confuses the reader.

• It detracts from the poem's message.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking