Question 1

Part A: In Text 1, Carroll’s poem, what central idea emerges from stanzas 16–17?

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The Walrus feels somewhat conflicted over tricking the Oysters.

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The Oysters trust Walrus and Carpenter and follow their orders exactly.

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The Carpenter is disappointed by the Oysters’ failure to join the conversation.

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The Oysters are too tired to be aware of the danger posed by the Walrus and the Carpenter.

Question 2

Part B: In stanzas 16-17 which consecutive lines show the Walrus feels somewhat conflicted over tricking the Oysters?

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“With sobs and tears he sorted out 
Those of the largest size,” (17)

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"Holding his pocket-handkerchief 
Before his streaming eyes."(17)

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"After we’ve brought them out so far, 
And made them trot so quick!’" (16)

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"The Carpenter said nothing but 
‘The butter’s spread too thick!’" (16)

Question 3

Part A: In Text 1, how does Carroll develop a pattern of surprise?

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He provides hints that show how things are not as predictable as they first seem.

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He provides detailed explanations of things that are not important

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He gives clues that hint at what will happen to each character.

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He uses dialogue to reveal confusing and ridiculous situations.

Question 4

Part B: Which stanza from Text 1 best supports the answer to Part A?

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Stanza 1

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Stanza 3

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Stanza 5

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Stanza 15

Question 5

Part A: In Text 1, what is one effect of Carroll’s word choice on the overall tone of the poem?

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His deliberate description of exaggerated emotion creates a humorous tone.

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His purposeful use of rhyme and meter creates a sympathetic tone.

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His thoughtful description of each character creates a cheerful tone.

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His careful use of dialogue creates a thoughtful tone.

Question 6

Part B: In Text 1, which stanza best helps establish Carroll's humorous tone?

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Stanza 4

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Stanza 6

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Stanza 3

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Stanza 2

Question 7

Part A: Which statement best expresses one of the themes of Text 1?

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Be wary of strangers and careful with trust.

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Friendships can be more rewarding than expected.

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It is usually good to take a risk.

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Happiness can be found in unusual circumstances.

Question 8

Part B: Which lines from Text 1 best support the correct answer to Part A?

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“The eldest Oyster winked his eye, And shook his heavy head -- Meaning to say he did not choose To leave the oyster-bed.”

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“The sea was wet as wet could be, The sands were dry as dry. You could not see a cloud, because No cloud was in the sky:”

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“‘O Oysters, come and walk with us!’ The Walrus did beseech. ‘A pleasant walk, a pleasant talk, Along the briny beach:’”

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“‘The time has come,’ the Walrus said, ‘To talk of many things: Of shoes -- and ships -- and sealing wax -- Of cabbages -- and kings –’”

Question 9

Part A: Read the lines from Text 2, Holden’s poem. What does lament mean as it is used in the lines above?

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Mourn

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Worry

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Fear

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Suffer

Question 10

Part B: Which word from stanza 17 of Text 2 best helps the reader determine the meaning of lament?

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Weep

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Cabbages

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Boiling

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erment

Question 11

Part A: In stanzas 3 and 4 of Text 2, which tone is created by the words that are used to describe the setting?

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gloomy and threatening

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bored and apathetic

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confused and anxious

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soft and silent

Question 12

Part B: In stanzas 3 and 4 of Text 2, which word shows that the setting is gloomy and threatening?

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Dank

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Dry

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Bittersweet

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Plainly

Question 13

Part A: In Text 2, which statement best describes how the Oysters feel when they see the Walrus and the Carpenter stuck in the sand?

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They are excited that they may get revenge.

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They are curious to see what will happen next.

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They are happy to see their old friends.

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They are pleased their friends in trouble.

Question 14

Part B: Which lines from Text 2 best support the answer to Part A?

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“All circling round and closing in, More eager than before.”

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“Whilst from the frothy breaking waves They came now, hand-in-hand.”

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“And thick and quick, their bodies slick, They gathered on the shore—”

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“Four dozen Oysters followed fast, And yet four hundred more;”

Question 15

What is the main theme of Text 2?

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Oppressors should beware their victims.

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Life is often unpredictable.

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There is a time and a place for everything.

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Violence can become a cycle.

Question 16

Which of these details best develops the main theme of Text 2?

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The Oysters show no mercy.

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Day is darker than night was.

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The Oysters have tea.

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The Walrus and Carpenter head home.

Question 17

Part A: In Text 2, how does Holden transform the character of the Carpenter so that the character is different than in Text 1?

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Holden shows the Carpenter to be more fearful, as he expresses both anxiety and fear about his situation.

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Holden reveals the Carpenter to be more motivated to get home, as he walks with a much quicker pace

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Holden shows the Carpenter to be more interested in forming a relationship with the Oysters, as he attempts to speak to them.

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Holden describes the Carpenter as more self-centered, as he doesn’t allow the Walrus to rest.

Question 18

Part B: Which lines from Text 2 best support how Holden shows the Carpenter to be more fearful?

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“‘No question,’ said the Carpenter 
His heart yet filled with doubt.”

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The Walrus and the Carpenter
Were heading back the way”

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“We cannot take another step 
Beyond another four!”

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“The weary builder gave a sigh, 
But not a word he said”

Question 19

Part A: In stanza 16 of Text 2, what does the word rebut mean?

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argue with

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put an end to

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offer forgiveness

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stand up to

Question 20

Part B: It can be said that Holden’s poem rebuts Carroll’s because he—

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reverses the fates that Carroll gave his characters

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continues the story that Carroll began

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ncludes some of his own events alongside Carroll’s

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echoes the tone of Carroll’s last stanza

Question 21

In Text 2, how does Holden transform the characters from Text 1?

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In Text 1, Carroll’s poem, eldest Oyster is a passive observer, while in Text 2, Holden’s poem, he is an active leader.

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In Text 1, Carroll’s poem, the Walrus and the Carpenter do not feel regret for their actions, while in Text 2, Holden’s poem, they do.

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In Text 1, Carroll’s poem, the Moon silently seethes, while in Text 2, Holden’s poem, she directly tells the Sun how she feels.

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In Text 1, Carroll’s poem, the reader must guess at why the characters take certain actions, while in Text 2, Holden’s poem, their motives are explained.

Question 22

What would a reader most likely fail to understand if they read Holden’s poem without ever reading Carroll’s?

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where the Walrus and the Carpenter are heading back from

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how the Walrus and the Carpenter met each other

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how the moon and sun relate to one another

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that Holden’s poem is meant to be humorous

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