Incandescent War Poem Sonnet by Bernadette Mayer Quiz

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Bernadette Mayer mentions sailing in the US Navy in her poem.

False

The poem by Bernadette Mayer is written in the form of a sonnet.

False

Love is compared to a baby in Bernadette Mayer's poem.

True

Shakespeare is praised for his diverse range of subjects in Bernadette Mayer's poem.

False Signup and view all the answers

Ice cream is mentioned as a remedy for young Americans in the poem.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is Tituba's main emotion as she enters the room?

Fear and apprehension Signup and view all the answers

Why does Parris tell Tituba to leave the room?

He is angry and wants to be alone with Betty Signup and view all the answers

What does Parris do after Tituba leaves the room?

Leans against the door exhausted Signup and view all the answers

How would you describe Abigail Williams' appearance according to the text?

Beautiful and deceptive Signup and view all the answers

What message does Susanna Walcott bring from Doctor Griggs?

News about Betty's health Signup and view all the answers

How does Parris react to Susanna Walcott's message from Doctor Griggs?

'Let her come, let her come' Signup and view all the answers

In the text, what does Susanna reveal about the doctor's findings regarding Betty's condition?

The doctor advised looking into unnatural causes for Betty's condition. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Abigail urge Susanna to not speak of unnatural causes in the village?

To prevent panic and rumors about witchcraft from spreading. Signup and view all the answers

What is Parris's initial reaction when Susanna mentions looking into unnatural causes for Betty's affliction?

He insists that there are no unnatural causes involved. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Abigail admit to dancing in the forest when questioned by Parris?

To divert attention from Betty's condition. Signup and view all the answers

How does Parris's behavior in the text impact the audience's perception of his character?

It portrays him as someone easily swayed by rumors and fear. Signup and view all the answers

What does Abigail's insistence on sitting with Betty reveal about her character?

Her desire to manipulate the situation to her advantage. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Scene at the Parris Household

The scene opens with Abigail calling out to Susanna, who enters the room, having been sent by Doctor Griggs with a message about Betty's condition.
Susanna reports that the doctor has not found any medicine in his books to cure Betty and suggests that the cause may be unnatural.
Parris dismisses the idea of unnatural causes, fearing that it may lead to rumors of witchcraft, and decides to send for Reverend Hale of Beverly to investigate.
Abigail advises Parris to go down to the parlor and deny the rumors of witchcraft, as the villagers are already talking about it.

Parris's Emotional State

Parris is shown to be extremely emotional, with wide eyes and a pressed tone, indicating his fear and anxiety about the situation.
He is also shown to be vulnerable, with a quavering tone and a tendency to sob, revealing his underlying fear and desperation.

The Conversation between Parris and Abigail

Parris questions Abigail about what happened in the forest, and she confesses that they danced and that Betty was frightened when Parris appeared suddenly.
Parris is concerned about his reputation and warns Abigail that if she has trafficked with spirits, it will ruin him.
Abigail denies any conjuring and professes her love for Betty.

Tituba's Entrance

Tituba, Parris's slave from Barbados, enters the room, showing her concern for Betty's well-being.
Parris is angry and frightened, ordering her out of the room and eventually breaking down in tears.
Tituba's presence is marked by her fear and her awareness of the trouble that is brewing in the household.

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Test your knowledge of the poem 'Incandescent War Poem Sonnet' by Bernadette Mayer. Answer questions about the themes, structure, and literary devices used in the poem.