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- 1. Multiple Choice
Why is the speaker offering this poem to his loved one?
The speaker is hoping his poem serves as an apology for a past wrong.
The speaker wants to get feedback on his writing.
The speaker wants to express his anguish over the death of a relative.
The speaker has nothing else to give the recipient
- 2. Multiple Choice
To what winter items does the speaker compare the poem?
to a pair of mittens, a pair of boots, and a scarf
to a warm coat, a scarf, and a pair of thick socks
to a pair of earmuffs, a pair of boots, and a warm coat
to a pair of thick socks, a stocking cap, and a scarf
- 3. Multiple Choice
To what does the speaker compare a pot full of yellow corn?
the comfort of the speaker’s love expressed in the poem
the warmth of a fire’s embers
the morning sun on the horizon
the glow of candles on a wintry night
- 4. Multiple Choice
What does the speaker hope his poem will provide for the recipient?
a glimpse into the speaker’s current state of confusion
a treasured memory that offers the recipient comfort when lost
a recollection of a lost love
a remembrance of the passing of a beloved relative
- 5. Multiple Choice
According to the speaker, where might the recipient keep the poem?
in a memory box
in a corner of a drawer
in a treasured book of poetry
in a scrapbook of keepsake memories
- 6. Multiple Choice
What will the speaker do if the recipient comes knocking?
The speaker will give directions and then send the recipient away.
The speaker will answer and accompany the recipient on the
remainder of the journey home
The speaker will not answer.
The speaker will answer, give the recipient directions, and invite the recipient to come in and rest by the fire.
- 7. Multiple Choice
According to the speaker, what does a person need to continue living on the inside when the world outside is cold and uncaring?
love
hope
happiness
trust
- 8. Multiple Choice
What words does the speaker repeat throughout the poem?
I believe in you.
I have hope for us.
I love you.
I will protect you.
- 9. Multiple Choice
What does the speaker want the recipient to feel?
the feeling of hope
the feelings of being safe and loved
the feeling of compassion
the feelings of regret and forgiveness
- 10. Multiple Choice
What qualities of this poem classify it as a lyric poem?
the poem’s focus on a single emotion and its use of imagery
the poem’s use of characters and plot to tell a story
the poem’s use of dramatic monologue and dialogue
the poem’s purpose to honor or praise a person who has passed away
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