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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Poems 723-804.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. _____ is the theme of Poem 470. Emily states that she believes she is alive.
(a) Proof of love.
(b) Proof of existence.
(c) Proof of death.
(d) Proof of heaven.

2. In Poem 377, loss of faith turns the being into something of a _________.
(a) Monster.
(b) Loner.
(c) Beggar.
(d) Heathen.

3. In Poem 127, if some people knew such dwellings were waiting for them, by what means would they go there as soon as possible?
(a) Chariots.
(b) Love.
(c) Wind.
(d) Death.

4. In Poem 737, Emily describes the moon in friendly terms. The description paints a picture of the moon being arrayed in silver, beryl and ____, materials used often in jewelry.
(a) Diamonds.
(b) Jade.
(c) Amber.
(d) Gold.

5. In Poem 67, the sounds of _____ are often agonizing to those who die for their cause.
(a) War.
(b) Sorrow.
(c) Failure.
(d) Triumph.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Poem 351, after her contemplation is over, she decides even she might learn to like to live ____ just as she likes her earthly home.

2. In Poem 536, if they can't have ______, humans would prefer to have no pain.

3. Poem 234 is another poem that explores the topic of what happens to people when _______.

4. In Poem 536, if none of this is possible, people will generally desire ____ and the ability to be set free from their suffering.

5. Fear is the subject dealt with in Poem 608. Emily first declares she is more afraid of the _____ in her father's house than she is of death.

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