Which of the speaker’s words provide clues to the tone? Check the two boxes that best apply.
What is the connotation of the words celebrate and sing? negative neutral positive
What is the speaker’s tone? balanceddelightedconfusedrepetitive
Which phrase describes the voice of the speaker based on the word choice and tone in the passage?
How do word choice and tone reveal the speaker’s voice in the poem? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
The speaker’s voice is joyful, confident, and inclusive. Words such as “celebrate” and “sing” have positive connotations and create an enthusiastic tone. The speaker directly addresses the reader in “what I assume you shall assume” and confidently declares that “every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you,” showing his belief in the connection and equality of all people.
What is the poem mostly about? Check the two boxes that best apply.
Which of the following points did you include in in your response? Check all of the boxes that apply.
Which words and phrases from the text help establish the overall subject of the poem? Check the three boxes that best apply.
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