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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. While in residence in Europe, Ashbery held which job?
2. David Wagoner wrote a poem about which activity?
3. Cunningham's work was referred to as being cool and _____.
4. Which of Cunningham's poems it the first to appear in his section?
5. What is the earliest year in which one of the poets was born?
Short Essay Questions
1. Examine briefly the life and work of Robert Hayden. How did Hayden attempt to break the color barrier? What are some of Hayden's poems included in this section?
2. Discuss some of Denise Levertov's themes as well as potential influences on her work and her life.
3. Name at least one of the main themes that can be seen in James Merrill's work. What is Merrill's genre? List some of the poems included in Merrill's section.
4. What major theme was often used in James Wright's work? What major award did James Wright win for his work?
5. Discuss the varied activities of James Dickey and the one thing that supposedly changed his life. What are some of the themes involved in Dickey's work?
6. What is unusual about Donald Justice's poetry? What does he encourage the reader to see in his work?
7. Discuss the poets listed in the first section. Examine at least one of the topics two or more of the poets have in common.
8. What contributions did Mona Van Duyn make to the literary world? What was Van Duyn's biggest accomplishment?
9. Which major award was won by W. D. Snodgrass? How might Snodgrass' poems be described?
10. Discuss some of David Wagoner's influences and inspirations. How is Wagoner's work characterized?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Compare and contrast the opinions of one poet from each section. Choose poets that are the most unique or have views not shared by the others. You may reference outside sources for information as long as sources are cited. Use at least one passage from each poet's work to support your opinion and/or argument.
Essay Topic 2
Morals and shared values are a common theme throughout the book. For example, Amy Clampitt uses morality is a chief theme and Ellen Bryant Voigt's poems are referred to as being "moralistic." Examine how the poets use their work to share their ideas on morality. Do you think the poets simply want to express their opinions on certain moral issues or are they trying to impose moral beliefs on the reader? Choose one poem each from Clampitt and Voigt to support your opinions and insights.
Essay Topic 3
Compare and contrast the opinions of one poet from each section. Choose poets that are the most unique or have views not shared by the others. You may reference outside sources for information as long as sources are cited.
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