Phyllis Wheatley's Life and Influence

Phyllis Wheatley's Life and Influence

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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Phyllis Wheatley, a significant yet often overlooked figure in American history, was a pioneering poet and a symbol of freedom. Captured as a child from Africa, she was educated by the Wheatley family in Boston. Her poetry, rich with classical references and themes of freedom, gained international recognition. Despite skepticism about her authorship due to her race, she was eventually celebrated in London. Wheatley's work influenced key figures like George Washington and contributed to the emerging American identity. Her legacy as a poet and advocate for freedom endures.

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17 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Phyllis Wheatley often compared to in terms of her significance?

Harriet Tubman

Queen Elizabeth I

Founding fathers of America

Maya Angelou

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the likely cause of Phyllis Wheatley's death?

A tragic accident

Chronic asthma attacks

Old age

A shipwreck

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about Phyllis Wheatley's portrait?

It was the only portrait of a slave

It was painted after her death

It was widely disseminated in high culture

It was painted by a famous white artist

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Phyllis Wheatley originally from?

Senegal or Gambia

South Africa

Nigeria

Ghana

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the ship that brought Phyllis Wheatley to America?

The Mayflower

The Phyllis

The Liberty

The Dartmouth

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Wheatley family influence Phyllis's life?

They sent her back to Africa

They provided her with an education

They made her a famous singer

They adopted her legally

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did Phyllis Wheatley start writing her own poetry?

14

10

16

12

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