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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Poems 214-311.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Poem 292, Emily writes about gathering the _____ to do something one is afraid to do.
(a) Mettle.
(b) Courage.
(c) Gusto.
(d) Strength.

2. In Poem 292, Emily encourages one to go ahead and try even if the courage is not there. She suggests holding a steady _____ and also taking deep breaths.
(a) Hand.
(b) Resolve.
(c) Mettle.
(d) Posture.

3. Emily attempts to convince the man that being single is _________ in Poem 1?
(a) Natural.
(b) Extraordinary.
(c) Not natural.
(d) Peaceful.

4. What is the poet speaking to in Poem 48?
(a) A flower.
(b) A butterfly.
(c) A dove.
(d) A jewel.

5. In Poem 77, the author writes, "I never hear the word _____ / Without a quicker blood."
(a) Peace.
(b) Escape.
(c) Passion.
(d) Love.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Poem 256, Dickinson indicates she believes she is now banished from heaven. She concludes ______ has turned his face away from her.

2. According to Emily In Poem 103, if she has not seen hidden things in her dreams, what will the birds not do the following day?

3. In Poem 215, Emily asks if those in Eden wear _____ .

4. In Poem 226, Emily professes allegiance to a friend by telling this friend that she would harass God until God did what?

5. Poem 256 turns the idea of hope on its head. Emily writes about becoming _________.

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