Truth By Nikki Grimes
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How does the author’s word choice contribute to the tone of the poem? ( 8F)
A. It stresses that the future is not always predictable.
D. It emphasizes how ominous the unknown is.
B. It conveys how it is better to approach the future with humor.
C. It portrays a sense of anxiety about the future.
30s - Q3
Which lines from the poem best illustrates the author’s main message?
Could be echoes of trouble, or blossoms/ of blessing. (Lines 2-3)
The truth is, every day we rise like thunder --/a clap of surprise. (Lines 1-2)
gorgeously/ disguised memories-to-be might rain down from above (Lines 3-4)
Our/ job, if you ask me, is to follow it. See where it heads. (Lines 5-6)
30s - Q4
Which of the following inferences about the speaker is best supported by the end of the
poem?
The speaker wants others to be positive and take action.
The speaker wants others to be surprised.
The speaker wants others to fear the future.
The speaker wants others to be grateful.
30s - Q5
Which of the following best describes a theme of the text?
The weather can help predict the future.
Honesty is the key to a good life.
You can choose to be positive and embrace uncertainty.
Any day can be a bad day, depending on how you look at it.
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