Have You Read "And Still I Rise"?

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    Which human rights activist wrote this book in 1978?

    • Rosa Parks
    • Benazir Bhutto
    • Martin Luther King
    • Maya Angelou
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"Still I Rise" is one of those poetry books you simply must read, because it contains so much wisdom. This phenomenal author gave her best to bring you these poems. Now it's your time; show us YOUR best and answer these questions about "Still I Rise"!

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  • 2. 
    What does the author want to say with these poems? - ProProfs

    What does the author want to say with these poems?

    • Stay true to yourself

    • Show enemies you're tough

    • Rise above difficulty and discouragements

    • Kill them with kindness

    Correct Answer
    A. Rise above difficulty and discouragements
    Explanation
    The author wants to convey the message of rising above challenges and discouragements. The poems emphasize the importance of staying true to oneself, showing resilience in the face of enemies, and responding to negativity with kindness. This suggests that the author believes in the power of overcoming obstacles and maintaining a positive attitude, ultimately leading to personal growth and success.

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  • 3. 
    Which one of these verses is the last one from the poem "Phenomenal Woman"? - ProProfs

    Which one of these verses is the last one from the poem "Phenomenal Woman"?

    • 'Cause I'm a woman

    • Phenomenal woman, that's me

    • I'm a woman

    • It's the fire in my eyes

    Correct Answer
    A. Phenomenal woman, that's me
    Explanation
    This verse, "Phenomenal woman, that's me," is the last one from the poem "Phenomenal Woman." It emphasizes the speaker's confidence and self-assurance as a woman, highlighting her strength and power. The repetition of the phrase "phenomenal woman" reinforces the theme of empowerment and celebrates the uniqueness and beauty of being a woman.

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  • 4. 
    Finish the following stanza from the poem "Still I Rise":Does my sassiness upset you?Why are you beset with gloom? - ProProfs

    Finish the following stanza from the poem "Still I Rise":Does my sassiness upset you?Why are you beset with gloom?

    • 'Cause I laugh like I've got gold mines Diggin' in my own back yard

    • Does my haughtiness offend you? Don't you take it awful hard

    • Did you want to see me broken? Bowed head and lowered eyes?

    • 'Cause I walk like I've got oil wells pumping in my living room

    Correct Answer
    A. 'Cause I walk like I've got oil wells pumping in my living room
    Explanation
    The speaker in the poem is questioning why their confidence and self-assuredness upsets and offends others. They compare their laughter and walk to having gold mines and oil wells, symbolizing their wealth and abundance. By using these metaphors, the speaker suggests that their success and resilience cannot be diminished by others' negativity and attempts to bring them down. The line highlights the speaker's defiance and refusal to conform to societal expectations, emphasizing their strength and determination.

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  • 5. 
    How many poems are in this book? - ProProfs

    How many poems are in this book?

    • 32

    • 95

    • 13

    • 67

    Correct Answer
    A. 32
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 32. This means that there are 32 poems in the book.

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  • 6. 
    Which one of these poems is not listed in the book? - ProProfs

    Which one of these poems is not listed in the book?

    • Poetic Justice

    • And Still I Rise

    • Phenomenal Woman

    • Just For A Time

    Correct Answer
    A. Poetic Justice
    Explanation
    The poem "Poetic Justice" is not listed in the book. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the poem that is not listed. The other three poems, "And Still I Rise," "Phenomenal Woman," and "Just For A Time," are listed in the book.

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  • 7. 
    The poem "Still I rise" was featured in one ad campaign. Which one? - ProProfs

    The poem "Still I rise" was featured in one ad campaign. Which one?

    • For the 50th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund

    • For the 2001 Black History Month ad

    • For Martin Luther King's Day

    • For UNICEF's latest ad campaign

    Correct Answer
    A. For the 50th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "For the 50th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund." This means that the poem "Still I Rise" was featured in an ad campaign specifically created to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund.

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  • 8. 
    Which one of these poems can be found in the third part of this book?  - ProProfs

    Which one of these poems can be found in the third part of this book? 

    • My Arkansas

    • The Lesson

    • Ain't that bad?

    • Country lover

    Correct Answer
    A. Ain't that bad?
    Explanation
    The poem "Ain't that bad?" can be found in the third part of the book.

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  • 9. 
    How many poetry books did Maya publish before "Still I Rise"?  - ProProfs

    How many poetry books did Maya publish before "Still I Rise"? 

    • 2

    • 3

    • 7

    • 1

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    Maya published two poetry books before "Still I Rise".

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  • 10. 
    Where were "Phenomenal Woman" and "Just for a Time" previously published?  - ProProfs

    Where were "Phenomenal Woman" and "Just for a Time" previously published? 

    • In Vogue

    • In her poetry book "Oh pray my wings are gonna fit me well"

    • In New York Times

    • In Cosmopolitan

    Correct Answer
    A. In Cosmopolitan
    Explanation
    "Phenomenal Woman" and "Just for a Time" were previously published in Cosmopolitan magazine.

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