The Poet and His Song

Which line from the poem provides context that supports the meaning of the word deafeningly in line 1?

• I will exit it the same,

• And I will occupy it with nothing other than noise.

• I want to be impressionable, chill-inducing.

• If, when I cease to play my rambunctious refrain,

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"Perhaps it is not music that will be heard by ears,"

Line 13 suggests that the poem is -

• written to be musical

• not about the poet’s music

• about more than just music

• talking about the poet’s passion

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Based on the fifth stanza, the reader can conclude that the poet -

• wants to use her voice to change the world

• hopes she can make the world more beautiful

• will not stand by and watch people be hurt

• can use her music to help other people

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Which line from the poem shows that the poet is selfless?

• I want to be impressionable, chill-inducing.

• I wish to compose a new movement, a place to seek solace

• Perhaps it is not music that will be heard by ears,

• It is not my name that shall be remembered,

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What does the music in the poem symbolize?

• The poet’s opinions.

• The poet’s voice.

• The poet’s actions.

• The poet’s feelings.

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How does the photograph support the poet’s message?

• By showing sadness found in the world

• By demonstrating her love for music

• By revealing what the poet looks like

• By exposing the poet’s dark thoughts

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What is Walt Whitman most likely trying to convey in his lines?

• He does not discriminate.

• He wants to play for everyone.

• He speaks for those who are in need.

• He believes music is strong.

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Who do you think Walt Whitman refers to when he says “accepted visitors”?

• People who are more traditional.

• People who are more powerful.

• People who come from money.

• People who are approved by society.

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What idea is explored in both poems?

• helping the poor

• making an impact

• creating change

• healing the earth

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Both poems include a common symbolic use of -

• peace

• instruments

• music

• noise

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