Exploring the Themes of Life in Longfellow's Poetry

What contrasts with the notion that life is merely a dream?

• The emptiness of dreams

• The inevitability of death

• Life's fleeting moments

• The immortality of the soul

What is emphasized over enjoyment or sorrow?

• The acceptance of fate

• The importance of action

• The pursuit of happiness

• The avoidance of pain

What does 'Art is long and time is fleeting' suggest?

• Time can be controlled

• Art is a waste of time

• Time stops for no one

• Art lasts longer than human life

What metaphor is used to describe life in the third section?

• A quiet stream

• A peaceful journey

• A solemn dream

• A battlefield

How should one face life's challenges according to the text?

• Through passive observation

• With fear and doubt

• As a hero in strife

• By avoiding conflict

What attitude towards the future is advised?

• Blind optimism

• Indifference

• Trust no future

• Pessimism

What is the ultimate message about leaving an impact?

• To achieve personal glory

• To leave footprints on the sands of time

• To gain as much knowledge as possible

• To leave wealth for the next generation

What does 'learn to labor and to wait' imply?

• The need to wait for others

• The importance of patience and hard work

• Labor is unnecessary

• Waiting is a waste of time