"Seeing It Through"

Where does the theme of perseverance through adversity emerge in the selection?

• When the speaker compares clouds to happiness

• When the speaker tells the reader to dodge trouble

• When the speaker encourages the reader to “Meet it squarely, face to face”

• When the speaker says to stop and rest

Which statement summarizes the selection?

• People should try to avoid trouble whenever they can.

• When people face problems, they should give up quickly.

• The poem explains how to plan for the future.

• When people face challenges, they should face them bravely and not give up.

Which quote supports the theme of facing fear with courage?

• “Black may be the clouds about you…”

• “Keep yourself in fighting trim.”

• “Don’t let your nerve desert you.”

• “Even hope may seem but futile…”

Which theme is found in this selection?

• Fear should guide decision-making.

• Success comes only to the strongest.

• Courage and determination help people get through hard times.

• It’s better to wait for problems to pass on their own.

Which quote suggests the theme of never giving up?

• “When with troubles you’re beset”

• “Eyes front, head high to the finish.”

• “And your future may seem grim”

• “Just what other men have met”

Where does the theme of resilience in dark times emerge in the selection?

• When the speaker discusses being rich

• When the speaker talks about storms and weather

• When the speaker says, “Black may be the clouds about you”

• When the speaker mentions planting crops

Which statement summarizes stanza 2 (lines 9–16)?

• You should never show weakness to others.

• Problems will always go away if you wait long enough.

• Stay strong and keep fighting, even when things look dark.

• You should run away from danger when it gets hard.

Which quote supports the theme of shared human experience with struggle?

• “Eyes front, head high to the finish.”

• “You are facing just what other men have met.”

• “Plant your feet and take a brace.”

• “Keep yourself in fighting trim.”

Which theme is found in this selection?

• All people should avoid risk.

• Struggles are unique and personal.

• Confidence comes from waiting for better times.

• Everyone faces trouble, but strength comes from enduring it.

Which quote suggests the theme of choosing bravery over fear?

• “You may fail, but fall still fighting”

• “When it’s vain to try to dodge it”

• “Futile, when with troubles you’re beset”

• “Black may be the clouds about you”