Word Choice and Structure in "The Turtle"

Question 1

Break down the structure of the poem by completing each sentence.

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The first stanza is mainly about.: the turtle's movement and actions; The second stanza is mainly about.: the reasons for the turtle's behavior; The third stanza is mainly about.: the turtle's connection to the rest of nature

Question 2

Which statement best describes the stanzas of the poem?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The stanzas are uneven and do not have clear endings.

Question 3

In what two ways does the poem’s structure match the movements of the turtle it describes?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They both have uneven movements.; They both stop and start unevenly.

Question 4

Which repeated word helps create rhythm in the second and third stanzas of the poem?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

"she"

Question 5

Which three phrases include words that build the idea that the turtle is connected to the rest of nature?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

"the birds that swim above her"; "she is a part of the pond she lives in"; "tied to her by an unbreakable string"

Question 6

Write one to three sentences explaining how the word “swim” adds to the idea that the turtle “can’t see herself apart from the rest of the world” in the final stanza.

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Answer

Question 7

What did you include in your response? Check any that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

She thinks their flying is swimming.

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