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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke : Chapter 6, Uncollected Poems.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "To Holderlin", which pair of words describes the two distinct times in life?
(a) Fame and fortune.
(b) Joy and trial.
(c) Anger and happiness.
(d) Gratitude and shame.

2. Who might find the introduction before the poems most informative?
(a) Those who do not agree with Rilke's opinions.
(b) Those who do not know about poem format.
(c) Those who do not know about Bohemia or Rilke.
(d) Those who do not know about Germany's wars.

3. What is the origin of the poem that mentions Hermes?
(a) Africa.
(b) Mediterranean Sea.
(c) London.
(d) Indian Ocean.

4. Which word best describes Rilke in the second stanza of "I am the Anxious One'?
(a) A dreamer.
(b) A complainer.
(c) A builder.
(d) A lover.

5. When the narrative character speaks to women in the streets, where do they speak from?
(a) Windows.
(b) Porches.
(c) Benches.
(d) Doorways.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Requiem for a Friend," which of the following is left unclear?

2. Which of the following poems has the theme of being held back?

3. Which of the following seems to have inspired Rilke the most?

4. What is markedly distinct about "To Music"?

5. What line follows from "And so you died, as women used to die"?

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