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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which poet wrote the "Autumn Shade" series?
(a) Bowers.
(b) Yeats.
(c) Levertov.
(d) Kizer.

2. While in residence in Europe, Ashbery held which job?
(a) Tour guide.
(b) Waiter.
(c) Policeman.
(d) Art critic.

3. W.D. Snodgrass served in which branch of the armed forces?
(a) Air Force.
(b) Navy.
(c) Marines.
(d) Army.

4. What position did Dickey hold in the army during WWII?
(a) Chaplain.
(b) Medic.
(c) Fighter pilot.
(d) Mechanic.

5. In which city was Robert Hayden born?
(a) Seattle.
(b) Detroit.
(c) Los Angeles.
(d) New York.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the Jain Bird Hospital located?

2. Which poet wrote "To the Harbormaster?"

3. Which of the following words is used to describe Mary Swenson's work?

4. What was the name of the publication edited by Van Duyn?

5. What is the latest year in which one of the poets was born?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss some of David Wagoner's influences and inspirations. How is Wagoner's work characterized?

2. What were some of the unusual jobs held by Robert Creeley? Who were Creelye's influenecs? How does Creeley feel about speaking to his readers?

3. What major theme was often used in James Wright's work? What major award did James Wright win for his work?

4. Name at least one of the main themes that can be seen in James Merrill's work. What is Merrill's genre? List some of the poems included in Merrill's section.

5. Examine Robert Duncan's childhood and how it affected his career.

6. What is the purpose of the anthology? Who is involved? What are the criteria for the poets? How do these poets reflect the popularity and talent of twentieth century poets?

7. Describe Richard Hugo's work and possible influence on style and subject.

8. Examine briefly the life and work of Robert Hayden. How did Hayden attempt to break the color barrier? What are some of Hayden's poems included in this section?

9. Howard Moss is best known for working with which iconic magazine? What is Moss' style? List some of the poems written by Moss and included in this book.

10. Examine the unique style of Anthony Hecht as well as some of his professional experiences. Also list some of the poems written by Hecht and included in this book.

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