Black Poetry Day Quiz: Guess Who Wrote That Verse?

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1. Which poet wrote the verse: "A Litany for Survival"?

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The correct answer is Audre Lorde. "A Litany for Survival," published in 1978, is a powerful and evocative poem that addresses themes of identity, resilience, and the struggle for survival in the face of oppression. 

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Welcome to the "Black Poetry Day Quiz: Guess Who Wrote That Verse?" This quiz is a celebration of the profound impact Black poets have had on literature and culture. Black Poetry Day is a perfect occasion to pay tribute to the rich and diverse voices that have graced the world... see moreof poetry. This quiz invites you to explore the works of influential Black poets like Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, and others. It challenges your knowledge by presenting famous lines from their poems and asking you to match them with the correct poet.

Beyond testing your literary prowess, this quiz is an opportunity to learn more about the themes, styles, and unique perspectives these poets brought to their craft. So, whether you're a poetry enthusiast or just curious about the world of Black poetry, join us in celebrating Black Poetry Day by exploring the captivating verses and the poets behind them in this engaging quiz.
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2. Which poet wrote the verse: 'If we must die, let it not be like hogs'?

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The correct answer is Claude McKay. The verse is from Claude McKay's poem 'If We Must Die'. He wrote it in response to the attacks by white Americans on African-American communities.  

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3. Which poet wrote the verse: 'I am black because I come from the earth's inside '?

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The verse "I am black because I come from the earth's inside" is from the poem "Coal" by Audre Lorde.

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4. Which poet wrote the verse: 'Still I Rise'?

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The correct answer is Maya Angelou. 'Still I Rise' is one of her most famous and empowering poems, celebrating strength, resilience, and the ability to overcome adversity.

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5. Which poet wrote the verse: 'We wear the mask that grins and lies'?

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The correct answer is  Paul Laurence Dunbar. The given verse is the first line from his poem 'We Wear the Mask,' which explores the concept of masks, facades, and the pressures of societal expectations.

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6. Which poet wrote the poem: 'The mothering blackness'?

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The correct answer is Maya Angelou. The verse is from her poem 'The Mother.' This poem was published in her collection “Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water Fore I Die.”

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7. Which poet wrote the verse: 'What will happen to a dream deferred?'?

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The correct answer is Langston Hughes. This verse is similar to the previous question's verse, which is from his poem 'Harlem,' also known as 'Dream Deferred.'

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8. On what day is Black Poetry Day celebrated every year? 

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Black Poetry Day is observed annually on October 17th, celebrating the rich legacy of Black poets and their contributions to activism, literature and culture.

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9. Which poet wrote the verse: 'A Farewell to America'?

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The correct answer is Phillis Wheatley. She was the first black poet in America to publish a book and "A Farewell to America" is one of her most influential poems. 

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10. Which poet wrote the verse: 'I bathed in the Euphrates when dawns were young'?

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The correct answer is Langston Hughes. The verse is from his poem 'The Negro Speaks of Rivers.'

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11. Which poet wrote the verse: 'We die soon'?

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The correct answer is Gwendolyn Brooks. The verse is from her 1959 poem 'We Real Cool,' where she reflects on the transient and fleeting nature of black lives. 

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12. Which poet wrote the verse: 'We real cool. We left school.'?

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The correct answer is Gwendolyn Brooks. The verse is the opening lines of her famous poem 'We Real Cool,' which delves into issues of youth, rebellion, and conformity.

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13. Which poet wrote the verse: "Hear them cry, the long dead, the long gone, speak to us from beyond the grave"?

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The correct answer is Bell Hooks. The quoted verse marks the commencement of her poem "Appalachian Elegy," wherein she reflects upon America's history of slavery and seeks to empathize with the anguish of her African-American heritage.

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14. Which poet wrote the verse, "I, too, sing America"?

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The verse "I, too, sing America" was written by Langston Hughes. This powerful and iconic line is the opening line of his poem titled "I, Too." In this poem, Hughes addresses issues of racial discrimination and exclusion in America. 

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15. Which poet wrote the verse: 'My soul has grown deep like the rivers'?

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The correct answer is Langston Hughes. The verse is from Hughes' poem 'The Negro Speaks of Rivers,' in which he celebrates the ancient African roots and contributions of Black people.

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Which poet wrote the verse: "A Litany for Survival"?
Which poet wrote the verse: 'If we must die, let it not be like hogs'?
Which poet wrote the verse: 'I am black because I come from the...
Which poet wrote the verse: 'Still I Rise'?
Which poet wrote the verse: 'We wear the mask that grins and lies'?
Which poet wrote the poem: 'The mothering blackness'?
Which poet wrote the verse: 'What will happen to a dream deferred?'?
On what day is Black Poetry Day celebrated every year? 
Which poet wrote the verse: 'A Farewell to America'?
Which poet wrote the verse: 'I bathed in the Euphrates when dawns were...
Which poet wrote the verse: 'We die soon'?
Which poet wrote the verse: 'We real cool. We left school.'?
Which poet wrote the verse: "Hear them cry, the long dead, the long...
Which poet wrote the verse, "I, too, sing America"?
Which poet wrote the verse: 'My soul has grown deep like the rivers'?
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