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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Earlier poems: An Asphodel.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not listed as being in the abyss?
(a) War.
(b) Emptiness.
(c) Materialism.
(d) Frustration.

2. According to Ginsberg, everything is _________.
(a) Holy.
(b) Simple.
(c) Creative.
(d) Pointless.

3. What is the friend's first name?
(a) Gregory.
(b) William.
(c) William.
(d) Jack.

4. Which part of society can be considered to be holy?
(a) Politicians.
(b) Addicts.
(c) Communists.
(d) Rebellious people.

5. What is an asphodel?
(a) Jewish relic.
(b) Star.
(c) Sea creature.
(d) Flower.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of the poem Ginsberg laments ___________.

2. The author warns against the dangers of which of the following?

3. Ginsberg sees what in humankind?

4. What is the surname of the friend mentioned in the poem?

5. Ginsberg believes that life is filled with _____________.

(see the answer key)

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