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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Raynard say is his mother's favorite saying in "Raynard Patterson"?

2. In the poem "The Door," the author writes that she's been busy carving a door of what?

3. In "Self-Portrait: A Poem for my Father," the author writes "Your definition [of love] is a" what?

4. In the poem "Imagine," the author writes of "Papi's laughter tinkling in my" what age ears?

5. In "Private Puzzle," the author writes "But still I go on seeking an ____ slot to slip myself into."

Short Essay Questions

1. What metaphors does Janelle use in the poem "The Door"?

2. What does Tyrone relate about the newspaper article after the reading of "The Door"?

3. What is Amy's greatest fear? How does she describe this metaphorically in "Ode to Stone"?

4. What commentary does Tyrone contribute after the reading of "Private Puzzle"?

5. How does the character of Diondra view conditional and unconditional love?

6. From whose perspective is the "Epilogue" written? How is she described?

7. What passion motivates Steve in "Steve Ericson"?

8. What do each of the poets contribute to the poem "News at Five"?

9. What determination is expressed in "Doubtless"? How does this reflect Steve's life?

10. What does Sheila say she wants to change her name to in "Sheila Gamberoni"? What is the reaction of the teacher and class?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the unique role of Tyrone in the narrative. Why is Tyrone the only character who has commentary after each reading? How does his commentary serve the narrative?

Essay Topic 2

Describe and discuss the imagery and symbolism in the poem "Common Ground." What does the earth represent in the poem?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss the Harlem Renaissance. How does this era inspire the characters of "Bronx Masquerade"?

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