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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Island [2]" - "Un-American Investigators".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What tool does John Henry hold in his hand within the poem entitled "Love"?
(a) A scythe.
(b) A hammer.
(c) A hoe.
(d) An awl.

2. Besides English, what other language is included within the poem entitled "Final Call"?
(a) Russian.
(b) Italian.
(c) Spanish.
(d) French.

3. The mother character in the poem entitled "Without Benefit of Declaration" receives what object in lieu of her son?
(a) A medal.
(b) A photograph.
(c) A necklace.
(d) A needle.

4. In what setting does the beginning of the poem "Life is Fine" take place?
(a) At a river.
(b) At a carnival.
(c) At a lake.
(d) At a circus.

5. What is the final word included in the poem entitled "Un-American Investigators"?
(a) Fertilizer.
(b) Shit.
(c) Rubbish.
(d) Manure.

Short Answer Questions

1. The speaker of the poem "Advice" gives the opinion that people should try to do what during their lives?

2. What object is pawned within the poem entitled "Could Be"?

3. The poem in the collection that focuses on Frederick Douglass has a title listing what years?

4. The speaker of the poem "Juke Box Love Song" states that he will "make a crown" (95) using what materials?

5. The poem "Dream Boogie" includes what salutation at its beginning?

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