Poetry Unit Review

How many stanzas does the poem "Snow Day" have?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 12

Which literary device is predominantly used in the poem "Snow Day"?

• Alliteration

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

What is the main theme of the poem "Snow Day"?

• Childhood memories

• Adventure

• Nature's beauty

• Isolation

What is the primary reason the author wrote the poem 'The Adventurous Squirrel' ?

• To describe the beauty of the forest at dusk

• To show the squirrel’s adventure and exploration

• To teach about the different types of trees in a forest

• To warn about the dangers of the forest

Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the poem?

• A squirrel’s search for food and his playful journey through the forest

• The squirrel’s love for listening to the wind

• The squirrel building a nest in a tree

• A description of the forest at sunset

In the line “The forest hums, a quiet song,” what does the word “hums” most likely mean?

• The forest is making a loud noise

• The forest is silent

• The forest is producing a soft, continuous sound

• The forest is filled with animals singing

Based on the poem, what can you infer about the squirrel’s character?

• He is afraid of the forest and avoids moving through it

• He is lonely and prefers staying in one place

• He is cautious and spends most of his time hiding

• He is energetic, adventurous, and enjoys exploring his surroundings

Which line in the poem best shows that the squirrel is adventurous?

• “He pauses, listens, eyes aglow”

• “Through twisting branches, swift and bold”

• “The squirrel’s journey ends here”

• "Chasing shadows, unseen, serene”

Match the following to complete the definition:

• comparison of two unlike things that share something in common without using "like" or "as".

• Imagery

• overly exaggerated statement or claim.

• Hyperbole

• comparison of two unlike things using "like" or "as".

• Personification

• when an idea or object is given human attributes and/or feelings.

• Simile

• word choice to create a mental picture

• Metaphor

What emotion is primarily conveyed through the poem "The Adventurous Squirrel"?

• Joy

• Anger

• Fear

• Sadness