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William Wordsworth is considered one of the central writers of the Romantic period because his poems

A
show people’s logical place in the universe.
B
discuss scientific laws governing nature.
C
draw inspiration from the natural world.
D
suggest the importance of new inventions.
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Which topic would most likely have been the focus of a poem during the Romantic period?

A
arguments for progress
B
the beauty of a waterfall
C
defining order in society
D
the science of rainbows
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While Enlightenment writers were more interested in innovation, Romantic writers were more interested in

A
the value of self-control.
B
the freedom of expression.
C
the uses of science.
D
the physical world.
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Read the excerpt from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. What is the effect of the word dancing as it is used in this context?

A
It shows that the flowers are cheerfully moving with the wind.
B
It suggests that the plants in this poem possess magical powers.
C
It describes the signs of a strong storm that is approaching.
D
It emphasizes the poet’s interest in folktales and traditional tales.
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Read the excerpt from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude; And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils. Which words best describe the tone of this excerpt?

A
emotional and anxious
B
peaceful and content
C
bored and lonely
D
excited and enthusiastic
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Read the excerpt from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o'er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Continuous as the stars that shine And twinkle on the milky way, They stretched in never-ending line Along the margin of a bay: Ten thousand saw I at a glance, Tossing their heads in sprightly dance. Which word does Wordsworth use to create an upbeat tone?

A
crowd
B
stretched
C
twinkle
D
bay
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Read the excerpt from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o'er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Which word from the excerpt has a negative connotation?

A
lonely
B
floats
C
golden
D
fluttering
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Read the stanza from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." (1) I wandered lonely as a cloud (2) That floats on high o'er vales and hills, (3) When all at once I saw a crowd, (4) A host, of golden daffodils; (5) Beside the lake, beneath the trees, (6) Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Which line uses alliteration?

A
Line 2
B
Line 3
C
Line 4
D
Line 5
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Read the excerpt from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood , They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude ; And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils. Which statement best describes the lines that are underlined in this excerpt?

A
Both lines contain alliteration, which creates a cheerful tone.
B
Both lines contain alliteration, which draws attention to the speaker’s feelings.
C
The lines use rhyme to show the speaker’s feelings of isolation.
D
The lines use rhyme to transition from deep thought to a joyful memory.
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Read the excerpt from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." The waves beside them danced; but they Out-did the sparkling waves in glee: A poet could not but be gay, In such a jocund company: I gazed—and gazed—but little thought What wealth the show to me had brought: For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude; And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils. Which statements are correct? Choose three correct answers.

A
I gazed—and gazed—but little thought uses repetition for emphasis.
B
Alliteration is used in the phrase dances with the daffodils.
C
The words glee and company use rhyme to express Wordsworth’s feelings.
D
They flash upon that inward eye uses alliteration to illustrate a point.
E
Repetition can be found in then my heart with pleasure fills.
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William Wordsworth is considered one of the central writers of the Romantic period because his poems

A
suggest the importance of new inventions.
B
draw inspiration from the natural world.
C
show people’s logical place in the universe.
D
discuss scientific laws governing nature.
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Read the excerpt from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze This excerpt is an example of Romantic poetry because it

A
studies nature logically.
B
hints at how people should live.
C
uses everyday language.
D
is based on a folktale.
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Read the excerpt from "To a Sky-Lark," by William Wordsworth. Up with me! up with me into the clouds! For thy song, Lark, is strong; Up with me, up with me into the clouds! Singing, singing, With clouds and sky about thee ringing, Lift me, guide me till I find That spot which seems so to thy mind! Which statement best describes the effect of rhyming singing and ringing in this part of the poem?

A
The rhyme reflects the Romantic poet’s interest in nature and mythology.
B
The rhyme highlights the speaker’s preference of singing birds over ringing bells.
C
The rhyme emphasizes the speaker’s desire to share in the experiences of the lark.
D
The rhyme brings focus to the poet’s sense of loneliness and hopelessness.
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William Wordsworth often used repetition in his poetry to

A
create rhythm and emphasize ideas.
B
highlight scientific facts and findings.
C
show readers a rational new idea.
D
argue in a logical, structured manner.
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A connotation is

A
the amount of rhythm in a word.
B
the literal meaning of a word.
C
the emotion or idea associated with a word.
D
the dictionary definition of a word.
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Read the excerpt from "To a Sky-Lark," by William Wordsworth. Up with me! up with me into the clouds! For thy song, Lark, is strong; Up with me, up with me into the clouds! Singing, singing, With clouds and sky about thee ringing, Lift me, guide me till I find That spot which seems so to thy mind! Which statement best describes the effect of rhyming singing and ringing in this part of the poem?

A
The rhyme highlights the speaker’s preference of singing birds over ringing bells.
B
The rhyme brings focus to the poet’s sense of loneliness and hopelessness.
C
The rhyme emphasizes the speaker’s desire to share in the experiences of the lark.
D
The rhyme reflects the Romantic poet’s interest in nature and mythology.
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While Enlightenment writers were more interested in innovation, Romantic writers were more interested in

A
the physical world.
B
the value of self-control.
C
the uses of science.
D
the freedom of expression.
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William Wordsworth is considered one of the central writers of the Romantic period because his poems

A
discuss scientific laws governing nature.
B
suggest the importance of new inventions.
C
draw inspiration from the natural world.
D
show people’s logical place in the universe.
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Which line from William Wordsworth’s poem uses alliteration?

A
And dances with the daffodils.
B
The waves beside them danced;
C
Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.
D
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.
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Authors use diction to help them convey meaning and achieve desired effects in their works. The word diction means

A
author’s attitude.
B
feelings and ideas.
C
word choice.
D
repeated phrases.

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