The Ball Poem By John Berryman Quiz

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    The boy is playing with what in the poem?

    • Toy car
    • Ball
    • Bat
    • It's not clear.
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You might have studied the Ball poem in your Class 10th English book. Do you still remember the poem? Who is the poet of the Ball poem? Take this quiz and check the sharpness of your memory with us. The Ball poem is written by John Berryman, who described in his poem the reality of lives that everyone faces throughout their life. Can you recall the summary and characters of this poem? Here is a quiz for that. Play it now.

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  • 2. 

    Why is the boy in grief?

    • He has lost his money.

    • He has lost his way to his home.

    • He has lost his ball.

    • He has lost his favorite book.

    Correct Answer
    A. He has lost his ball.
    Explanation
    The boy is in grief because he has lost his ball. Losing something that is important to him, such as his favorite toy, can cause him to feel sad and upset.

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  • 3. 

    The main character of this poem is:

    • The poet

    • A boy

    • A girl

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A boy
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "a boy" because the poem is likely written from a male perspective and focuses on the experiences, thoughts, and emotions of a male protagonist. The use of masculine pronouns or specific references to male experiences throughout the poem may suggest that the main character is a boy.

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  • 4. 

    Where does the ball go?

    • In the water

    • In the sand

    • In the forest

    • In the drain

    Correct Answer
    A. In the water
    Explanation
    The ball goes in the water because it is the only option given that represents a body of water. The other options (sand, forest, drain) do not typically have the ability to hold a ball.

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  • 5. 

    "In a world of possessions" means what in this poem?

    • Fake

    • Power

    • Money

    • Materialistic things

    Correct Answer
    A. Materialistic things
    Explanation
    The phrase "In a world of possessions" in this poem refers to a society or environment where the focus and value are placed on materialistic things. It implies that the people in this world prioritize and value possessions such as money, power, and fake items over other aspects of life. The poem might be critiquing the excessive materialism and the negative effects it can have on individuals and society as a whole.

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  • 6. 

    How does the boy react to the loss?

    • He trembles.

    • He stands rigid.

    • He is in grief.

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The given answer, "All of the above," suggests that the boy reacts to the loss in multiple ways. He trembles, indicating fear or anxiety. He stands rigid, which could imply shock or disbelief. Lastly, the mention of grief implies that he is experiencing deep sadness or sorrow. Therefore, all of these reactions are possible for the boy in response to the loss.

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  • 7. 

    What is the cost of the ball?

    • One dime

    • Four dime

    • Five dime

    • Six dime

    Correct Answer
    A. One dime
    Explanation
    The cost of the ball is one dime because it is stated in the answer options.

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  • 8. 

    Which literary device is used in "And no one buys a ball back"?

    • Simile

    • Alliteration

    • Metaphor

    • Hyperbole

    Correct Answer
    A. Alliteration
    Explanation
    The correct answer is alliteration. Alliteration is a literary device that involves the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words in close proximity. In the given phrase, the repetition of the "b" sound in "buys" and "ball back" creates an alliterative effect.

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  • 9. 

    Which literary device is used in the lines "Merrily bouncing, down the street, and then Merrily over—there it is in the water!"

    • Anaphora

    • Simile

    • Metaphor

    • Personification

    Correct Answer
    A. Anaphora
    Explanation
    Anaphora is the correct answer because it is the repetition of the word "Merrily" at the beginning of each line. This repetition creates a rhythmic and emphatic effect, emphasizing the joyous and lively movement described in the lines.

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  • 10. 

    What is the child learning according to the poet?

    • To become disciplined

    • To be more careful

    • To bear loss

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. To bear loss
    Explanation
    The child is learning to bear loss, as stated in the poem. This implies that the poet believes that it is important for children to learn how to handle and accept loss or disappointment in life. This could be a valuable lesson in building resilience and emotional strength.

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