Poetry Review Quiz A- 4/25/14
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Questions and Answers
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Flossing everyday in the opinion of most dentists decreases the chances of getting gum disease. Which of the following is correct?
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Flossing everyday in the opinion of most dentists decreases, the chances of, getting gum disease.
- B.
Flossing, everyday, in the opinion of most dentists decreases the chances of getting gum disease.
- C.
Flossing everyday, in the opinion of most dentists, decreases the chances of getting gum disease.
Correct Answer
C. Flossing everyday, in the opinion of most dentists, decreases the chances of getting gum disease.Explanation
The correct answer is "Flossing everyday, in the opinion of most dentists, decreases the chances of getting gum disease." This answer correctly places the commas to separate the phrase "in the opinion of most dentists" as an interrupter in the sentence. The commas indicate that this phrase is not essential to the main meaning of the sentence, but provides additional information.Rate this question:
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- 2.
We will have an early spring I expect this year. Which of the following is correct?
- A.
We will have an early spring, I expect, this year.
- B.
We will have, an early spring, I expect this year.
- C.
We will have, an early spring I expect, this year.
Correct Answer
A. We will have an early spring, I expect, this year.Explanation
The correct answer is "We will have an early spring, I expect, this year." This answer correctly uses commas to set off the phrase "I expect" as an interrupter in the sentence. The commas indicate a pause in the sentence and help to clarify the meaning.Rate this question:
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- 3.
No one I believe should ever be homeless in this country. Which of the following is correct.
- A.
No one I believe, should ever be homeless in this country.
- B.
No one, I believe, should ever be homeless in this country.
- C.
No one I believe should ever be, homeless, in this country.
Correct Answer
B. No one, I believe, should ever be homeless in this country.Explanation
The correct answer is "No one, I believe, should ever be homeless in this country." The placement of the phrase "I believe" within the sentence is important for conveying the speaker's opinion. Placing it between "No one" and "should ever be homeless" emphasizes that the speaker strongly believes that no one should be homeless.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Determine the type of sentence. We need to get moving if we want to make it to the game.
- A.
Interrogative
- B.
Exclamatory
- C.
Declarative
- D.
Imperative
Correct Answer
C. DeclarativeExplanation
The given sentence is a declarative sentence because it makes a statement or expresses a fact. It does not ask a question, give a command, or show strong emotion. The sentence states that "we need to get moving if we want to make it to the game."Rate this question:
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- 5.
Determine the type of sentence. Stop pushing me.
- A.
Interrogative
- B.
Imperative
- C.
Declarative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
B. ImperativeExplanation
The given sentence "Stop pushing me" is an imperative sentence. Imperative sentences are used to give commands, make requests, or give instructions. In this sentence, the speaker is giving a command or instruction to someone to stop pushing them.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Determine the type of sentence. When is the last time you went to the movies?
- A.
Interrogative
- B.
Imperative
- C.
Declarative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
A. InterrogativeExplanation
The given sentence is a question that is asking about the time when the person last went to the movies. It is seeking information and is formed using a question word "when". Therefore, it is an interrogative sentence.Rate this question:
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Major, the pig who was the leader in Animal Farm, is the best symbol of tyranny and revolution in society. The actions of Major would best make Animal Farm a(n) __________.
- A.
Allusion
- B.
Allegory
- C.
Nonfiction
Correct Answer
B. AllegoryExplanation
Major, the pig who was the leader in Animal Farm, represents a symbol of tyranny and revolution in society. In the context of the story, Animal Farm can be seen as an allegory, where the characters and events symbolically represent real-life figures and historical events. The actions of Major and the other animals on the farm mirror the rise and fall of tyrannical leaders and the struggles of revolutions throughout history. Therefore, the best description for Animal Farm in relation to Major's actions is allegory.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Directions: Read the passage and answer the questions that follow. The storm raged through town From the north, From the south As if it was confused. So were we. The storm raged uninvited From the east, From the west And the sky grew twisted Like The Starry Night. The storm raged unexpected From the air, From the ground Until suddenly it vanished Leaving us to pick up the pieces. What allusion is made in the poem?
- A.
From the east/From the west
- B.
The storm raged
- C.
The Starry Night
Correct Answer
C. The Starry NightExplanation
The correct answer refers to the allusion made in the poem to "The Starry Night." The mention of the sky growing twisted is a reference to Vincent van Gogh's famous painting, "The Starry Night," which depicts a swirling and tumultuous sky.Rate this question:
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Directions: Read the passage and answer the questions that follow. The storm raged through town From the north, From the south As if it was confused. So were we. The storm raged uninvited From the east, From the west And the sky grew twisted Like The Starry Night. The storm raged unexpected From the air, From the ground Until suddenly it vanished Leaving us to pick up the pieces. Why does the author use this allusion?
- A.
To show the distance of the storm
- B.
To show how strange the sky looked
- C.
To show the seriousness of the storm
Correct Answer
B. To show how strange the sky lookedExplanation
The author uses the allusion to "The Starry Night" to describe the twisted appearance of the sky during the storm. By referencing this famous painting by Vincent van Gogh, the author effectively conveys the strangeness and surreal nature of the sky's appearance.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is an allusion?
- A.
a reference to something from the past
- B.
A comparison of two unlike things using like or as
- C.
The author's attitude toward the subject matter
Correct Answer
A. a reference to something from the pastExplanation
An allusion is a literary device that refers to something from the past, such as a historical event, a mythological figure, or a famous work of literature. It is a way for the author to indirectly reference or evoke certain ideas, emotions, or associations in the reader's mind. By using allusions, authors can add depth and complexity to their writing, as well as create connections between different works or time periods.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Determine the type of sentence. Ouch! I stubbed my finger.
- A.
Interrogative
- B.
Declarative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
D. ExclamatoryExplanation
The given sentence, "Ouch! I stubbed my finger," expresses strong emotion or surprise, which is characteristic of an exclamatory sentence. The exclamation mark after "Ouch" indicates the speaker's pain or discomfort, emphasizing the exclamation.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The dog was as graceful as he could be. He was a ballerina.
- A.
Simile
- B.
Metaphor
- C.
Alliteration
- D.
Cliche
Correct Answer
A. SimileExplanation
The correct answer is simile because the sentence compares the dog to a ballerina using the word "as." This indicates a comparison between two unlike things using the words "like" or "as," which is a characteristic of a simile.Rate this question:
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- 13.
_______________________ is an exaggeration.
- A.
Metaphor
- B.
Alliteration
- C.
Consonance
- D.
Hyperbole
Correct Answer
D. HyperboleExplanation
A hyperbole is an exaggeration used for emphasis or dramatic effect. It is a figure of speech that involves exaggerating statements or claims beyond what is reasonable or true. In this context, the correct answer is hyperbole because it is the only option that fits the definition of an exaggeration. Metaphor, alliteration, and consonance are all different figures of speech that do not involve exaggeration.Rate this question:
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- 14.
________________________ is a group of lines that forms one of the sections in a poem.
- A.
Paragraph
- B.
Stanza
- C.
Line group
- D.
Ballad
Correct Answer
B. StanzaExplanation
A stanza is a group of lines that forms one of the sections in a poem. It is a distinct unit within a poem, similar to a paragraph in prose writing. Stanzas often have a consistent number of lines and a specific rhyme scheme or rhythm. They help to organize the poem and create a sense of structure and flow. Each stanza may convey a different idea or contribute to the overall theme of the poem.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which of the following is the best example of alliteration?
- A.
"water, water everywhere nor any drop to drink"
- B.
"Dusk demands daylight"
- C.
"All the world's a stage"
- D.
Great humility
Correct Answer
B. "Dusk demands daylight"Explanation
The phrase "Dusk demands daylight" is the best example of alliteration because it uses the repetition of the sound "d" in both words. Alliteration is a literary device that involves the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words in a sentence or phrase. In this example, the repeated "d" sound creates a musical and rhythmic effect, emphasizing the connection between dusk and daylight. The other options do not demonstrate the same level of alliteration.Rate this question:
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- 16.
"He clasps the crag with crooked hands..." is an example of which sound device?
- A.
Alliteration
- B.
Onomatopoeia
- C.
Simile
- D.
Assonance
Correct Answer
A. AlliterationExplanation
The line "He clasps the crag with crooked hands..." demonstrates alliteration because it repeats the consonant sound "c" in "clasps," "crag," and "crooked." Alliteration is a sound device that involves the repetition of similar sounds at the beginning of words in close proximity to create a rhythmic and musical effect.Rate this question:
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- 17.
What senses are addressed in the lines, "...this bed whose covers I straighten/smoothing edges till blue quilt fits brown blanket/and nothing hangs out..."?
- A.
Smell
- B.
Sound
- C.
Hearing
- D.
Sight
Correct Answer
D. SightExplanation
The lines describe the act of straightening the bed covers and ensuring that nothing hangs out. This action can only be performed by visually inspecting the bed and the covers, indicating that the sense of sight is being addressed in these lines.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Which figure of speech is illustrated by the following line? All day the engines charged the trees
- A.
Simile
- B.
Metaphor
- C.
Imagery
- D.
Personification
Correct Answer
D. PersonificationExplanation
The figure of speech illustrated by the line "All day the engines charged the trees" is personification. Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human things. In this line, the engines are given the human quality of charging, which is an action typically associated with humans, not inanimate objects like engines.Rate this question:
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What type of rhyme can be found in the following lines? "Macavity's a Mystery Cat; he's called the Hidden Paw - For he's the master criminal who can defy the Law."
- A.
Exact rhyme
- B.
Slant rhyme
- C.
End rhyme
- D.
Internal rhyme
Correct Answer
C. End rhymeExplanation
The given lines from the poem "Macavity: The Mystery Cat" by T.S. Eliot exhibit end rhyme. End rhyme occurs when the last syllables or words in two or more lines of poetry rhyme with each other. In this case, "paw" rhymes with "law."Rate this question:
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What type of rhyme is being used when there is a rhyming of words within a line of poetry?
- A.
Exact rhyme
- B.
Slant rhyme
- C.
End rhyme
- D.
Internal rhyme
Correct Answer
D. Internal rhymeExplanation
Internal rhyme is the type of rhyme being used when there is a rhyming of words within a line of poetry. In internal rhyme, the rhyming words occur within the same line, rather than at the end of different lines. This technique adds musicality and rhythm to the poem, creating a sense of cohesion and flow. It can also be used to emphasize certain words or ideas, making them stand out to the reader.Rate this question:
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- 21.
In "Summer," the line "Bugs buzzin from cousin to cousin" illustrates which sound device?
- A.
Alliteration
- B.
Assonance
- C.
Onomatoppoeia
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
The line "Bugs buzzin from cousin to cousin" in the poem "Summer" uses alliteration, as the words "bugs" and "buzzin" start with the same consonant sound. It also uses assonance, as the words "buzzin" and "cousin" have the same vowel sound. Additionally, it can be considered onomatopoeia, as the word "buzzin" imitates the sound of bugs buzzing. Therefore, the correct answer is "all of the above."Rate this question:
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- 22.
In "The Eagle," the line "The wrinkled sea beneath him crawls" illustrates which of the following sound devices?
- A.
Alliteration
- B.
Assonance
- C.
Personification
- D.
Consonance
Correct Answer
C. PersonificationExplanation
The line "The wrinkled sea beneath him crawls" in "The Eagle" uses personification. Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human objects or animals. In this line, the sea is described as "wrinkled" and "crawling," which are human actions. This personification helps to create a vivid image of the sea's movement and adds to the overall imagery of the poem.Rate this question:
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In "Analysis of Baseball," the words dud, thwack, and pow are an example of which sound device?
- A.
Alliteration
- B.
Assonance
- C.
Consonance
- D.
Onomatopoeia
Correct Answer
D. OnomatopoeiaExplanation
The words "dud," "thwack," and "pow" in "Analysis of Baseball" are examples of onomatopoeia because they imitate the sounds they represent. Onomatopoeia is a sound device that uses words to mimic the sounds associated with them, creating a sensory experience for the reader. In this case, the words are used to convey the sounds made during a baseball game, enhancing the reader's understanding and immersion in the text.Rate this question:
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- 24.
The repetition of final consonant sounds in stressed syllables with different vowel sounds is an example of what literary device?
- A.
Consonance
- B.
Alliteration
- C.
Assonance
- D.
Metaphor
Correct Answer
A. ConsonanceExplanation
Consonance is a literary device that involves the repetition of consonant sounds in stressed syllables, regardless of the vowel sounds. In this case, the repetition of final consonant sounds in stressed syllables with different vowel sounds fits the definition of consonance. Alliteration, on the other hand, involves the repetition of initial consonant sounds, while assonance involves the repetition of vowel sounds. Metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things.Rate this question:
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Which figure of speech do the following lines from "All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace" illustrate? Where deer stroll peacefully past computers as if they were flowers with spinning blossoms
- A.
Simile
- B.
Metaphor
- C.
Personification
- D.
Paradox
Correct Answer
A. SimileExplanation
The given lines from "All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace" compare computers to flowers with spinning blossoms. This comparison suggests that the computers are delicate and beautiful, much like flowers. This is an example of a simile, as it uses the word "like" to directly compare the two things.Rate this question:
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