Ode to La Tortilla

Read this sentence from the poem “Ode to La Tortilla.”

The sparrow will drop

Like fruit

From the tree

To stare at me

With his glassy eyes.

• land with a thud.

• land after a bounce.

• float softly to the ground.

• fly quickly to the ground.

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What is the primary theme of the poem 'Ode to La Tortilla'?

• Celebration of cultural heritage

• Critique of modern society

• Exploration of nature

• Reflection on personal growth

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Ode to La Tortilla'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Alliteration

In the context of 'Ode to La Tortilla', what does the tortilla symbolize?

• A simple meal

• Cultural identity

• A family tradition

• A historical event

Identify the tone of the poem 'Ode to La Tortilla'.

• Nostalgic

• Melancholic

• Joyful

• Sarcastic

Which of the following best describes the structure of 'Ode to La Tortilla'?

• Free verse

• Sonnet

• Haiku

• Limerick

What is the effect of the imagery used in 'Ode to La Tortilla'?

• It creates a sense of urgency.

• It evokes a sense of warmth and comfort.

• It highlights the complexity of the subject.

• It distances the reader from the subject.

Which word best describes the speaker's attitude towards the tortilla in 'Ode to La Tortilla'?

• Indifferent

• Reverent

• Critical

• Dismissive

What is the significance of the sparrow in 'Ode to La Tortilla'?

• It represents freedom.

• It symbolizes a connection to nature.

• It signifies a fleeting moment.

• It denotes a sense of danger.

How does the poet use contrast in 'Ode to La Tortilla'?

• By comparing the tortilla to modern technology

• By highlighting the difference between past and present

• By contrasting the tortilla with other foods

• By showing the disparity between rich and poor