Poetry Quizzes, Questions & Answers
Recent Poetry Quizzes
Absalom and Achitophel is an acclaimed poem created by John Dryden—which is written in heroic couplets and first released in 1681. Take a quiz and learn more about this satirical poem.
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 3656 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionWhich poem told the Biblical tale of the rebellion of Absalom against King David?
Beowulf is one of the most important works of Old English literature. A long poem that continues to ring through each age. What do you know about it?
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 160 | Last updated: Mar 17, 2023
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Sample QuestionWho is the antagonist in the epic poem Beowulf?
This quiz explores the complex themes in the poem 'War Photographer'. It assesses understanding of literary devices, the poem's structure, and the ethical dilemmas faced by war photographers. This is essential for learners...
Questions: 34 | Attempts: 700 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023
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Sample QuestionAll of the following EXCEPT .... might be suggested by the line, 'The only light is red'
Have you read the famous poem, The Prelude, by William Wordsworth? Take this poetry quiz on The Prelude by William Wordsworth to know how much you have understood the poem and its meaning. As poems always have a deep meaning, it...
Questions: 45 | Attempts: 2529 | Last updated: Sep 2, 2023
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Sample QuestionWhat do you call very long pieces of writing that usually deal with exciting, action-packed heroic events like wars or explorations?
Walt Whitman was an American poet, essayist, and journalist. Whitman is among the most influential poets in the American canon. Think you know more about him? Take this Quiz
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 476 | Last updated: May 10, 2024
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Sample QuestionWhen was Walt Whitman born?
Neruda Pablo who won a Nobel prize was a Spanish, he made a name after winning his first Nobel prize . Do you think you him? Attempt this quiz
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 462 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionHow old was Neruda before he died?
Explore the depths of Carol Ann Duffy's 'North-West Poem' in this engaging quiz! Assess your understanding of its themes, literary techniques, and historical context. Perfect for learners looking to deepen their appreciation of...
Questions: 18 | Attempts: 175 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionWhich location could the poem be based upon?
This quiz explores the nuances of 14th-century poetry and its poets, assessing understanding through questions on parables, poetry slams, and rhyme schemes. It tests knowledge on historical and contemporary poetic forms and their...
Questions: 75 | Attempts: 1259 | Last updated: Mar 18, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhich story scenario would most likely be a parable?
Alliteration occurs when a series of words close together have the same first consonant sound and add a sort of poetic vibe to a sentence, or a poem. It is widely used in Children's literature and adds a jovial tone to a...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 85 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionWhich work of art by Allan Poe have several examples of alliteration?
.Please remember to READ QUESTIONS FIRST!!!Then read the ballad "The Ballad of John Henry" I will give you a hard copy and/or it can be found at this...
Questions: 15 | Attempts: 1164 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023
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Sample QuestionRead these lines form the poem "The Ballad of John Henry."But John Henry said, "Captain, just you stand aside --It's nothing but my hammer catching wind, Lord, Lord,It's nothing but my hammer catching wind.Which type of figurative language is being used by the poet?