Martin Luther King Jr. and Civil Disobedience

Question 1

The following elements are common in Ginsberg’s work. Which of them appear in this poem by Whitman? Check all of the boxes that apply to Whitman’s poem.

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free verse; long lines; challenge to conventional values; celebration of existence; rhythm that is similar to human speech

Question 2

How does the long-line free verse used by both Whitman and Ginsberg reflect their rebellious attitudes? The form is .

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rebellious and free from rules

Question 3

What effect does free verse have on the poem?

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It makes the poem sound like a conversation.

Question 4

Which of these statements about the lengths of the lines in this poem is true?

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The lines break only at the end punctuation.

Question 5

Identify how the poet uses sentences to structure the poem.

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Ginsberg uses two long sentences.

Question 6

What feeling or idea does Ginsberg express with this allusion to Walt Whitman?

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Ginsberg suggests that both he and Whitman are out of step with the norms of mainstream society.

Question 7

How does Ginsberg’s free verse convey his intent and viewpoint? It reflects .

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his rebellion against the norm

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