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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. Charles Olson refers to himself as which of the following?
(a) Shaman.
(b) Archeologist.
(c) Anthropologist.
(d) Teacher.

2. Which of the following words is used to describe Mary Swenson's work?
(a) Flawless.
(b) Perceptive.
(c) Frivolous.
(d) Wise.

3. Where is the Jain Bird Hospital located?
(a) Moscow.
(b) Prague.
(c) Budapest.
(d) Delhi.

4. Allen Ginsberg is closely affiliated with which poetic movement?
(a) Post Modernist.
(b) Beat Generation.
(c) Pre-war.
(d) New York Renaissance.

5. W.S. Merwin attended which Ivy League school?
(a) Princeton.
(b) Columbia.
(c) Harvard.
(d) Yale.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which poet wrote the "Autumn Shade" series?

2. Which of the following is not one of Lowell's poems?

3. Which of the poets had a Hasidic Russian rabbi for a father?

4. Elizabeth Bishop was raised by relatives in which major metropolitan area?

5. At the same time, Frank O'Hara also mourned the death of which musician?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was Allen Ginsberg's first major success? What made Ginsberg into an iconic poet?

2. Which major award was won by W. D. Snodgrass? How might Snodgrass' poems be described?

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

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

5. Give a brief overview of John Berryman's life. Also note Berryman's influences, style, and common topics covered in his work. How did critics review Berryman's work?

6. 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.

7. 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?

8. Discuss the poets listed in the first section. Examine at least one of the topics two or more of the poets have in common.

9. Give a brief overview of Robert Lowell's life and work as a poet. What were Lowell's main topics? Which techniques did he favor when writing poetry? Also list at least four of Lowell's poems.

10. 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?

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