10th Grade Poetry Quiz Trivia
How much do you remember about 10th grade poetry? Well, put your thinking cap on because it’s time to go back to school, as you answer questions on poems like “Woman with Flower” and “Offspring”.
- 1.
- A.
Conceit
- B.
Corrupting
- C.
Fostering
- D.
Gallantry
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C. Fostering
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- 2.
- A.
The leaf isolates itself from other leaves
- B.
The leaf wants to create its own illusions
- C.
The leaf prefers to seek its own destination
- D.
The leaf avoids previously established paths
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Correct Answer(s)
C. The leaf prefers to seek its own destination
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- 3.
The author of "Woman with Flower" suggests tthat "Too eager tenderness" will most likely
- A.
Prompt a loved one to flee.
- B.
Compel a loved one to be resentful.
- C.
Amplify the anxieties of a loved one.
- D.
Restrict the development of a loved one.
Correct Answer
D. Restrict the development of a loved one.Explanation
In the poem "Woman with Flower," the phrase "Too eager tenderness" suggests that excessive and overwhelming affection can hinder the growth and progress of a loved one. The word "restrict" implies that the intensity of the tenderness might become suffocating or inhibiting, preventing the person from exploring their own potential or pursuing their own goals. This interpretation aligns with the idea that an excessive display of affection can sometimes be stifling and limiting rather than supportive and nurturing.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which word best describes the tone of "Woman with Flower"?
- A.
Indifferent
- B.
Instructive
- C.
Reverent
- D.
Somber
Correct Answer
B. InstructiveExplanation
The word "instructive" best describes the tone of "Woman with Flower" because the poem provides guidance or lessons on how to live a meaningful life. The speaker offers advice and insights to the reader, implying that there is a lesson to be learned from the woman's actions. The tone is not indifferent, as it is not apathetic or unconcerned. It is not reverent, as it does not show deep respect or admiration. It is not somber, as it does not convey a feeling of sadness or seriousness.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The speaker of "Offspring" does not refer to herself in the last 10 lines of the poem. Why does the author most likely structure the poem in this way?
- A.
To indicate the daughter's growing separation from the speaker
- B.
To suggest that the speaker is becoming a more sociable person
- C.
To show that the speaker is describing someone else's observations
- D.
To emphasize the daughter's diminishing importance to the speaker
Correct Answer
A. To indicate the daughter's growing separation from the speakerExplanation
The author most likely structures the poem in this way to indicate the daughter's growing separation from the speaker. By not referring to herself in the last 10 lines, the speaker creates a sense of distance and detachment, highlighting the daughter's increasing independence and autonomy. This structural choice underscores the theme of separation and the changing dynamics in the relationship between the speaker and her daughter.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which phrase best describes both the gardener in "Woman with Flower" and the speaker of "Offspring"?
- A.
Devoted, but anxious
- B.
Distressed, but cautious
- C.
Attentive, but impractical
- D.
Industrious, but indecisive
Correct Answer
A. Devoted, but anxiousExplanation
Both the gardener in "Woman with Flower" and the speaker of "Offspring" can be described as devoted because they both show a strong commitment and dedication towards their respective tasks or responsibilities. However, they are also anxious, as they display a sense of worry or unease in their actions or thoughts. This combination of devotion and anxiety is what best describes both characters.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which excerpt best expresses the theme of both "Woman with Flower" and "Offspring"?
- A.
"Let the soil rest from so much digging…"
- B.
"Much growth is stunted by too careful prodding…"
- C.
"The things we love we have to learn to leave alone."
- D.
"Extend my self to that far atmosphere / Only my dreams allow."
Correct Answer
C. "The things we love we have to learn to leave alone."Explanation
The theme of both "Woman with Flower" and "Offspring" is expressed in the answer choice "The things we love we have to learn to leave alone." This excerpt suggests that sometimes it is necessary to let go and allow things to grow and develop on their own, rather than trying to control or manipulate them. It implies that excessive interference or meddling can hinder growth and prevent things from reaching their full potential.Rate this question:
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