11.02 Semester Test: American Literature Semester A Part 1

A theme of "The Village Blacksmith" is that those without debt to others can live the most honestly. Which lines from the poem best develop this theme? Responses "Each morning sees some task begin, / Each evening sees it close;" "Thus at the flaming forge of life / Our fortunes must be wrought;" "And looks the whole world in the face, / For he owes not any man." "Something attempted, something done, / Has earned a night's repose."

"And looks the whole world in the face, / For he owes not any man."

Which lines from "On Being Brought from Africa to America" best convey the idea that all people are deserving of salvation? Responses "Some view our sable race with scornful eye, / 'Their color is a diabolic die.'" "That there's a God, that there's a Savior too: / Once I redemption neither sought nor knew," "'Twas mercy brought me from my Pagan land, / Taught my benighted soul to understand" "Remember, Christians, Negroes, black as Cain, / May be refin'd, and join th' angelic train."

"Remember, Christians, Negroes, black as Cain, / May be refin'd, and join th' angelic train."

Read the summary of the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Based on this, which detail from the "Address to the Niagara Movement" deals with the application of constitutional principles? Responses "We want the national government to step in and wipe out illiteracy in the South." "...prove yourselves worthy of your heritage and whether born North or South dare to treat men as men." "We want the law enforced against rich as well as poor; against capitalist as well as laborer; against white as well as black." "Never before in the modern age has a great and civilized folk threatened to adopt so cowardly a creed in the treatment of its fellow citizens born and bred on its soil."

"We want the law enforced against rich as well as poor; against capitalist as well as laborer; against white as well as black."

In the "Address to the Niagara Movement," DuBois makes the point that education for Black citizens is inferior to education for white citizens. Which two answers provide reasoning to support this point? response - correct Responses "We want the law enforced against rich as well as poor; against capitalist as well as laborer; against white as well as black." "The school system in the country districts of the South is a disgrace, and in few towns and cities are the Negro schools what they ought to be." "We want our children trained as intelligent human beings should be, and we will fight for all time against any proposal to educate black boys and girls simply as servants and underlings, or simply for the use of other people." "First, we would vote; with the right to vote goes everything: freedom, manhood, the honor of your wives, the chastity of your daughters, the right to work, and the chance to rise, and let no m

(answer 1) "The school system in the country districts of the South is a disgrace, and in few towns and cities are the Negro schools what they ought to be." (answer 2) "We want our children trained as intelligent human beings should be, and we will fight for all time against any proposal to educate black boys and girls simply as servants and underlings, or simply for the use of other people."

Which statements should be included in an effective summary of "Old Ironsides"? Select the two correct answers. Responses Details and actions of heroes who served on the USS Constitution are commemorated in the poem's first four stanzas. The poem was written to prevent a national symbol from being destroyed. "Old Ironsides" was the nickname of the USS Constitution, an American warship that was involved in the War of 1812. Although it contains outdated language, the poem conveys feelings shared by all Americans, past and present.

(answer 1) The poem was written to prevent a national symbol from being destroyed. (answer 2) "Old Ironsides" was the nickname of the USS Constitution, an American warship that was involved in the War of 1812.

How does DuBois use structure to develop the message of his speech? Select the two correct answers. Responses DuBois lists achievements of the Niagara Movement in chronological order. He describes the reasons for the Niagara Movement's call to action and the goals that action will achieve. He explains how inequality affects Black citizens politically, socially, and economically. DuBois compares the freedoms granted to Black Americans with Blacks living in other nations.

(answer 1) explains how inequality affects Black citizens politically, socially, and economically. (answer 2) He describes the reasons for the Niagara Movement's call to action and the goals that action will achieve.

Read the information about John Brown. Why does DuBois reference John Brown in paragraphs 13 and 15 of the "Address to the Niagara Movement"? Responses It reinforces his argument that equal rights will be achieved through compromise. It establishes his credibility as an expert in Black history. Brown is a fellow member of the Niagara Movement. Brown exemplifies courage and sacrificing one's life for a cause.

Brown exemplifies courage and sacrificing one's life for a cause.

Read the sentence from paragraph 17 of the "Address to the Niagara Movement." The Slave is rising in his might, the yellow millions are tasting liberty, the black Africans are writhing toward the light, and everywhere the laborer, with ballot in his hand, is voting open the gates of opportunity and peace. Why does DuBois use the word writhing in this sentence, instead of moving or heading? Responses It has a more negative connotation to emphasize struggling against resistance. It has a weaker connotation and creates a feeling of hopelessness. It has a stronger connotation and conveys a sense of power. It has a more positive connotation to highlight succeeding despite setbacks.

It has a more negative connotation to emphasize struggling against resistance.

Read the lines from "The Village Blacksmith." He needs must think of her once more,How in the grave she lies;And with his hard, rough hand he wipesA tear out of his eyes. How does the word choice affect the meaning of the poem? Responses It shows that even the toughest people feel strong emotions. It reveals the blacksmith seeks to forget the sorrows of the past. It emphasizes the pain in his hands caused by handling his smithy tools. It shows the blacksmith wants to find a new wife to share his life with.

It shows that even the toughest people feel strong emotions.

Which key details should be included in an effective summary of the "Address to the Niagara Movement"? Choose yes or no for each statement. Members of the Niagara Movement demand equality in civic engagement. Members of the Niagara Movement are opposed to immigration. Schools in the South are helping to increase literacy in Black communities. Equitable educational opportunities for Blacks is a right.

Members of the Niagara Movement demand equality in civic engagement. (yes) Members of the Niagara Movement are opposed to immigration. (no) Schools in the South are helping to increase literacy in Black communities. (no) Equitable educational opportunities for Blacks is a right. (yes)

Which statement best describes a key idea from "The Village Blacksmith"? Responses The blacksmith's grief over the loss of his wife represents the importance of letting go of the past. The blacksmith embodies many core American values. The poem discusses the virtue in finding a balance between hard work and rest. The poem expresses that worship is an essential part of life

The blacksmith embodies many core American values.

What is a theme of "Old Ironsides"? Responses The passage of time does not diminish the value of past accomplishments. Nations must consider the possibility of danger when taking risks. There is peace that comes with acceptance of life's struggles. The glories of war are outweighed by the tragic loss of human life.

The passage of time does not diminish the value of past accomplishments.

Refer to paragraph 2 of the "Address to the Niagara Movement." What is the intended meaning of the phrase "assail the ears of"? Responses scream loudly at intentionally ignore seek answers from harshly criticize

harshly criticize

Refer to paragraph 15 of "The Address to the Niagara Meeting." What does hallowed mean? Responses memorable abandoned sacred rebellious

sacred

Reread paragraph 1 of the "Address to the Niagara Movement." The American government is denying the Black community their political rights. Highlight the detail from the paragraph that best supports this conclusion.

the work of stealing the black man's ballot has progressed and the fifty and more representatives of stolen votes still sit in the nations capital.