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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Island [2]" - "Un-American Investigators".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first allusion included within the poem "Final Call"?
(a) Jesus.
(b) The Pied Piper.
(c) Robespierre.
(d) King Arthur.

2. The speaker of the poem "Heart of Harlem" describes Harlem as "the kid you hope will grow up" (73) what?
(a) Nice.
(b) Willful.
(c) Strong.
(d) Proud.

3. What types of figures are NOT included as allusions within the poem entitled "Final Call"?
(a) Religious figures.
(b) Musicians.
(c) Literary characters.
(d) Politicians.

4. The speaker of the poem "Juke Box Love Song" is addressing a woman who, according to him, is NOT what?
(a) Joyful.
(b) Brown.
(c) Sweet.
(d) From Harlem.

5. On what side does the speaker of "Midnight Raffle" say his bread is buttered by the end of the poem?
(a) The wrong side.
(b) Both sides.
(c) Neither side.
(d) The right side.

Short Answer Questions

1. What non-traditional element is included within the poem entitled "Cultural Exchange"?

2. The poem "Not What Was" uses what object as a metaphor for life?

3. What are the final two words of the lengthy poem entitled "Freedom's Plow"?

4. About what type of violence does the poem entitled "Who but the Lord" revolve?

5. What is NOT a type of weather featured in the poem entitled "Still Here"?

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