Fear by Terry

What inference can you make about the speaker’s response to fears?

• A The speaker goes back to sleep.

• B The speaker stays inside at night.

• C The speaker smiles and makes fun of fears.

• D The speaker does not read or listen to scary stories.

Why does the author say it is important not to “lose your sense of fear”?

• It helps her to remember her grandfather.

• It is helpful in dealing with children.

• It leads people to be more cautious.

• It makes people sleep better at night.

Why is fear important?

• It protects people from becoming violent and lashing out.

• It tells people when they are in physical pain.

• It tells people they might be in danger and must respond in some way.

• It reveals clues about people's personalities and likes or dislikes.

What is the main theme of 'Fear' by Terry?

• Overcoming fear

• Embracing fear

• Ignoring fear

• Understanding fear

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Fear' by Terry?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Alliteration

What is the tone of the poem 'Fear' by Terry?

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Reflective

• Joyful

In 'Fear' by Terry, what does the speaker suggest about the nature of fear?

• It is irrational

• It is necessary

• It is avoidable

• It is harmful

Which of the following best describes the structure of 'Fear' by Terry?

• Free verse

• Sonnet

• Haiku

• Limerick

What is the effect of the imagery used in 'Fear' by Terry?

• It creates a sense of calm

• It evokes a sense of urgency

• It paints a vivid picture

• It confuses the reader

How does the speaker in 'Fear' by Terry deal with fear?

• By confronting it

• By ignoring it

• By running away

• By analyzing it