Quiz on Carroll's Poem

In Text 1, Carroll’s poem, what central idea emerges from stanzas 16–17?

• The Carpenter is disappointed by the Oysters’ failure to join the conversation.

• The Walrus feels somewhat conflicted over tricking the Oysters.

• The Oysters trust Walrus and Carpenter and follow their orders exactly.

• The Oysters are too tired to be aware of the danger posed by the Walrus and the Carpenter.

In the stanzas mentioned above, circle two consecutive lines that show the correct answer to Part A.

In Text 1, how does Carroll develop a pattern of surprise?

• He uses dialogue to reveal confusing and ridiculous situations.

• He provides detailed explanations of things that are not important.

• He gives clues that hint at what will happen to each character.

• He provides hints that show how things are not as predictable as they first seem.

Which two stanzas from Text 1 best support the answer to Part A?

Part A: In Text 1, what is one effect of Carroll’s word choice on the overall tone of the poem?

• His deliberate description of exaggerated emotion creates a humorous tone.

• His thoughtful description of each character creates a cheerful tone.

• His purposeful use of rhyme and meter creates a sympathetic tone.

• His careful use of dialogue creates a thoughtful tone.

Part B: In Text 1, circle TWO stanzas that best help establish the tone identified in Part A.

The following question has two parts. First answer Part A and then answer Part B. Part A: Which statement best expresses one of the themes of Text 1?

• It is usually good to take a risk.

• Friendships can be more rewarding than expected.

• Happiness can be found in unusual circumstances.

• Be wary of strangers and careful with trust.

Part B: Which lines from Text 1 best support the correct answer to Part A?

• “The sea was wet as wet could be, The sands were dry as dry. You could not see a cloud, because No cloud was in the sky:”

• “‘O Oysters, come and walk with us!’ The Walrus did beseech. ‘A pleasant walk, a pleasant talk, Along the briny beach:’”

• “The eldest Oyster winked his eye, And shook his heavy head -- Meaning to say he did not choose To leave the oyster-bed.”

• “‘The time has come,’ the Walrus said, ‘To talk of many things: Of shoes -- and ships -- and sealing wax -- Of cabbages -- and kings --’”

Part A: Read the lines from Text 2, Holden’s poem. “‘O Carpenter, we weep for you! Dear Walrus, we lament The boiling sea—and cabbages— Those kings of malcontent—” What does lament mean as it is used in the lines above?

• Fear

• Mourn

• Worry

• Suffer

Part B: Which word from stanza 17 of Text 2 best helps the reader determine the meaning of lament?

• Weep

• Boiling

• Cabbages

• Ferment