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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through New Poems (2004 - 2005).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many poems are in the first section?
(a) 22.
(b) 42.
(c) 32.
(d) 52.

2. What did Oliver say she was outside of while writing Work Sometimes?
(a) Her natural setting.
(b) Her usual style.
(c) Her intended purpose.
(d) Her authentic self.

3. How does Oliver come to a better understanding of human nature?
(a) She observes the ocean tides.
(b) She talks to people of different ages.
(c) She looks to non-human examples.
(d) She meditates.

4. In Everything, what are we told to do in order to truly grasp the idea of poetry?
(a) The temporary.
(b) The singular.
(c) Everything.
(d) The unimportant.

5. What was singing to Oliver in Work Sometimes?
(a) The radio.
(b) Street cars.
(c) Robins.
(d) The wind.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Measure, what happens in the pinewoods?

2. What belongs to the animal in The Real Prayers are Not the Words, but the Attention that comes First?

3. What does Oliver try to provide multiple avenues for in her poems?

4. What amazing event happens to the catbird in Mysteries, Four of the Simple Ones?

5. What does Oliver say is NOT praying in The Real Prayers are Not the Words, but the Attention that comes First?

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