Understanding Fear in Maya Angelou's Poetry

Understanding Fear in Maya Angelou's Poetry

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

1st - 3rd Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video features Srifa Zahera reciting 'Life Doesn't Frighten Me' by Maya Angelou. It begins with an introduction of the speaker and the poem, followed by a brief overview of Maya Angelou's background as a writer and activist. The poem is recited in two parts, highlighting themes of courage and imagination in the face of fear. The video concludes with closing remarks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the speaker of the poem 'Life Doesn't Frighten Me'?

Srifa Zahera

Maya Angelou

A civil rights activist

A famous poet

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Maya Angelou known for?

Being a painter

Being a musician

Being a civil rights activist

Being a scientist

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the central theme of the poem 'Life Doesn't Frighten Me'?

Overcoming fear with courage

The beauty of nature

The importance of education

The power of friendship

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker say about shadows on the wall?

They are terrifying

They are mysterious

They are beautiful

They don't frighten her

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What imagery is used in the second stanza to depict fear?

Friendly animals

Calm seas

Big ghosts on a cloud

Bright sunshine

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker react to tough guys fighting?

She runs away

She calls for help

She joins them

She is not frightened

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker say about panthers in the park?

They are friendly

They are scary

They don't frighten her

They are invisible

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