Caged Bird by Maya Angelou

The content of stanza 3 is repeated in stanza 6. This repetition reveals that the bird

• has resigned himself to an imprisoned life

• is now content, understanding that life in the cage is safer

• has never known freedom, but understands what it is and hopes for it

• sings a song of freedom that is not heard by others, but he accepts

Identify an example of personification.

• "can seldom see through"

• "his wings are clipped"

• "his feet are tied"

• "he opens his throat to sing"

What does the word trill most likely mean, based on its context in stanza 3?

• trembling or quivering sound made by a bird

• a peaceful song sung by a bird or insect

• strong, confident tone

• another animal of a similar species

What does the caged bird’s singing reveal about him?

• He is terribly unhappy.

• He prefers to sing rather than to fly.

• He does not know how to sing.

• Singing is the only way he can talk to other birds.

What do these lines reveal about the caged bird?

• The caged bird is aware of its surroundings.

• The caged bird has strong feelings about his situation.

• The caged bird is satisfied with its life.

• The caged bird has difficulty flying.

The content of stanza 3 is repeated in stanza 6. This repetition reveals that the bird

• has resigned himself to a captive life.

• has never known freedom, but understands what it is and hopes for it.

• is now content, understanding that life in the cage is safer.

• sings a song of freedom that is not heard by others, but he accepts it

The caged bird represents

• an animal who is locked up

• the hope of the future

• the loss of freedom and choice

• ignorance

How is caged bird an extended metaphor?

• the caged bird is a metaphor to show the feelings of hopelessness of someone who has lost their freedom.

• Maya is using figurative language to create an image for the reader of a bird in a cage.

• the caged bird does not name the sky or claim the sky for his own.

• the free bird is a metaphor and a symbol of freedom

Why does “Caged Bird” begin with an entire stanza about the free bird?

• to describe the acrobatic flight of birds

• to serve as a contrast with the caged bird

• to illustrate why caged birds are fortunate

• to explain why all birds live dangerous lives

What is the primary theme of 'Caged Bird' by Maya Angelou?

• Freedom vs. Oppression

• Love and Betrayal

• War and Peace

• Friendship and Loyalty