Amanda Poetry Quiz
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Which behavior does Amanda's mother ask her to avoid?

  • Tidy her room
  • Sit up straight
  • Finish her homework
  • Bite her nails (correct)

    • What aspect of Amanda's life does the poem explore?

  • Her academic achievements
  • Her relationship with friends
  • Desire for freedom from parental control (correct)
  • Her hobbies and interests

    • Which of the following does Amanda's mother NOT ask her to do?

  • Finish her homework
  • Tidy her room
  • Spend time outside (correct)
  • Not hunch her shoulders

    • What does Amanda perceive silence to represent?

    <p>The essence of freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best captures the central idea of the poem?

    <p>Children often feel smothered by parental guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Amanda's primary desire as depicted in the poem?

    <p>To experience the world autonomously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the poem portray the relationship between Amanda and her mother?

    <p>As a struggle between independence and control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metaphor is used in the poem to describe the value of freedom?

    <p>Silence is golden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of childhood does the poem suggest is often overlooked by parents?

    <p>The child's longing for exploration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the poem imply about Amanda's mother's actions?

    <p>They involve asking Amanda to do certain things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the lines in parentheses in the poem?

    <p>They reveal Amanda's inner thoughts and reactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is likely addressing Amanda in the poem?

    <p>Her father or mother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If Amanda were a mermaid, what would she desire?

    <p>To be the only resident of the emerald seas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could Amanda be implying when she expresses feelings of being an orphan?

    <p>Her parents contribute to her feelings of depression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might the bracketing of certain stanzas indicate?

    <p>They serve to emphasize Amanda's personal reflections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age range is Amanda estimated to be?

    <p>5-10 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are stanzas 2, 4, and 6 presented in parentheses?

    <p>They represent Amanda's inner thoughts and reactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is likely speaking to Amanda throughout the poem?

    <p>Her father or mother</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Amanda wish for if she were a mermaid?

    <p>To be the sole resident of the beautiful emerald sea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavioral traits suggest Amanda's age?

    <p>Nail-biting and hunching her shoulders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Amanda wish for if she were a mermaid?

    <p>To be the only resident of the emerald sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Amanda say she is not an orphan?

    <p>They are present but make her feel unhappy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Amanda's strongest desire as portrayed in the poem?

    <p>To experience freedom and independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Amanda's feelings towards her parents influence her perception of freedom?

    <p>They impose restrictions that frustrate her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes Amanda's character?

    <p>She is a little girl longing for freedom and adventure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age range is Amanda suggested to be in?

    <p>5-10 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior indicates Amanda's young age?

    <p>Hunching her shoulders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are certain lines in the poem presented within parentheses?

    <p>They convey Amanda's thoughts and reactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT indicated in the content about Amanda?

    <p>She has an older sibling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can we infer about Amanda's relationship with her mother?

    <p>She feels pressure from her mother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads Amanda to claim she is an orphan?

    <p>Her parents are overly strict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Amanda long for in her life?

    <p>Freedom and independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might Amanda be perceived as moody?

    <p>She is subject to her parents' nagging.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Amanda's environment affect her feelings?

    <p>It leads to her desire for solitude.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflects Amanda's overall attitude towards her parents?

    <p>Disinterest in their expectations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary habitat of a crocodile?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique behavior does a hyena exhibit when attacking its prey?

    <p>It smiles while attacking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the poet differentiate between a lion and a tiger?

    <p>By their color patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional expression does a crocodile exhibit while eating, according to the poet?

    <p>It sheds tears.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wild beast is referred to as 'noble' by the poet?

    <p>The lion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Amanda desire most in her life?

    <p>To gain independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Amanda respond to her parents' nagging?

    <p>She is indifferent and uninterested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Amanda's desire for freedom suggest about her character?

    <p>She is optimistic and adventurous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misinterpretation of Amanda's behavior?

    <p>She is sulking and moody</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can be inferred about Amanda's living situation?

    <p>She has a strict household</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the ball symbolize in the poem 'The Ball Poem'?

    <p>Materialistic possessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial reaction of the boy in 'The Ball Poem' to the loss of his ball?

    <p>Grief and sadness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lesson does the poet suggest we learn from the boy's experience in 'The Ball Poem'?

    <p>To accept changes and move on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What central theme is addressed in 'The Ball Poem'?

    <p>The insignificance of material possessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the poet regard time and life in 'The Ball Poem'?

    <p>As precious and valuable</p> Signup and view all the answers

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