Themes and Symbols in 'The Ball Poem'

Themes and Symbols in 'The Ball Poem'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, Life Skills, Moral Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video discusses 'The Ball Poem' by John Carey, focusing on the theme of loss and its emotional impact. It tells the story of a child experiencing loss for the first time, symbolized by losing a ball. The narrative explores how this seemingly minor loss is significant for the child, representing lost innocence and cherished memories. The video emphasizes the importance of accepting loss and moving forward, highlighting that while material things can be replaced, emotional attachments cannot. It encourages viewers to be strong and continue with life despite sadness.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the author of 'The Ball Poem'?

Robert Frost

John Berryman

William Wordsworth

Emily Dickinson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of 'The Ball Poem'?

The value of money

The experience of loss and its emotional impact

The importance of friendship

The joy of playing with a ball

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the loss of the ball symbolize in the poem?

The loss of a toy

The loss of childhood innocence

The loss of money

The loss of a friend

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can't money replace the lost ball for the boy?

Because the emotional value of the ball cannot be bought

Because the boy doesn't have any money

Because the ball was very expensive

Because the ball was a gift

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the boy feel has gone into the river with the ball?

His toys

His childhood memories

His friends

His future

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What lesson does the poem suggest we need to learn?

To always keep our belongings safe

To accept loss and move forward in life

To value money over emotions

To never play near a river

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the poem imply about growing up?

It is all about making money

It means never losing anything

It involves accepting losses and moving on

It is easy and fun