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Allusions and Perspective in Derek Walcott’s Midsummer Answers

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What is the purpose of the allusion to the Brixton Uprising in these lines? Check all that apply.

A
to compare the death of the leaves to the sound of the riot
B
to infer that midsummer leaves are similar to water hoses
C
to elicit feelings of anger, lack of control, or fear
D
to show that the riot occurred during the season of midsummer
E
to connect the end of a season to the political unrest of the riot
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Walcott’s poem alludes to J. M. W. Turner’s paintings. What is the effect of the allusion to Turner’s ships?

A
It suggests that art has the power to create peace and unity in troubled times.
B
It helps readers understand the uprising by evoking a turbulent image of a ship in a storm.
C
It creates a feeling of sadness by suggesting that violence has a greater impact than art.
D
It compares the length of a sea voyage to violence that can seem endless during a riot.
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Based on the passage, which factors most likely influenced the speaker’s perspective?

A
race and geographic location
B
age and gender
C
geographic location and age
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Based on the passage, what is the speaker’s perspective on England?

A
He loves English art and culture more than ever.
B
He recognizes that England has real problems and flaws.
C
He thinks that England is now more accepting of racial diversity.

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