Invitation Poem

Which of these ideas is emphasized by the simile in lines 7 and 8?

• Poetry can appear in many different forms

• New poems can be valued like a companion

• New poems do not come to mind right away

• Poetry writing is not as enjoyable as having a pet

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

What process is the poet describing when she uses the words "i remove its muddy shoes and rearrange the pillows" in lines 21 and 22?

• Finding a topic to write about

• Writing from personal experience

• Revising a poem's ideas and words

• Sharing a poem with an audience

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

The title of the poem is effective because it suggests that the speaker--

• desires more poetry to come into her life

• tries to schedule time for writing poetry

• longs for poetry assignments at school

• wants people to enjoy reading her poetry

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What do the contrasting images in lines 17 through 22 suggest?

• Writing poetry can be relaxing

• Poets are sensitive by nature

• Writing poetry is often not easy

• Poets have active imaginations

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

What is the main theme of the poem 'Invitation'?

• A) The beauty of nature

• B) The joy of companionship

• C) The process of writing poetry

• D) The importance of education

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in the poem 'Invitation'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.10

What does the poet invite the reader to do in the poem 'Invitation'?

• A) Explore the world

• B) Write poetry

• C) Reflect on life

• D) Enjoy nature

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.10

In the poem 'Invitation', what does the phrase 'muddy shoes' symbolize?

• A) Dirty thoughts

• B) Unfinished ideas

• C) New experiences

• D) Past memories

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

How does the poet describe the act of revising poetry in 'Invitation'?

• A) As a tedious task

• B) As a creative process

• C) As a necessary evil

• D) As a joyful experience

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

What is the tone of the poem 'Invitation'?

• A) Melancholic

• B) Joyful

• C) Reflective

• D) Angry

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.10