1. In "At the Tourist Centre in Boston," the speaker's tone can best be identified as (1 point)
A. approving.
B. downcast.
C. enraged.
D. sarcastic.
2. Which line from the poem best supports the tone identified above? (1 point)
A. "the green of the trees dulled;"
B. "where two children pose with a father"
C. "Whose dream is this, I would like to know:"
D. "I seem to remember people"
Read the following lines from the poem.
"and the mother is cooking something in immaculate slacks by a smokeless fire, her teeth white as detergent"
3. What is the most likely reason the mother's teeth are described in this way? (1 point)
A. to create a appearance of happiness
B. to form an image of family togetherness
C. to contrast with the grayness of the fire
D. to highlight the unrealistic nature of the scene
For question 4, identify the correct verb phrase that completes the sentence.
4. Every time my family went to the circus, my grandmother would tell me the story of a lion tamer that ________ a cage with 15 lions and tame them all. (1 point)
A. have entered
B. could enter
C. did enter
D. would entered
I need help with the questions of how I would approach it.
I might be 2 years too late but the answers are-
1: D sarcastic
2: C “Whose dream is this, I would like to know:”
3: D to highlight the unrealistic nature of the scene
4: B could enter
What is the most likely reason the mother's teeth are described in this way? (1 point)
1. In order to determine the speaker's tone in "At the Tourist Centre in Boston," I would first read the poem and try to identify any clues or indicators within the speaker's words or descriptions. Then, I would consider the options provided and choose the one that best aligns with the overall tone of the poem.
2. To find the line that supports the identified tone, I would carefully analyze each option and see which one resonates the most with the tone. I would look for keywords or phrases that convey the intended tone and check if any of the options contain those elements.
3. To determine the reason for describing the mother's teeth in a certain way, I would closely examine the context of the poem and the surrounding lines. I would consider the implications of the description and how it contributes to the overall meaning or atmosphere of the scene.
4. In order to choose the correct verb phrase to complete the sentence, I would analyze the structure and tense of the sentence. I would also consider the sequence of events described in the sentence and choose the verb phrase that accurately reflects the past actions of the lion tamer.
To approach these questions, you can apply the following steps:
1. Read the entire passage or poem carefully, ensuring that you understand the main ideas and themes.
2. Analyze the tone of the speaker by considering the emotions conveyed in the language and descriptions used.
3. For question 1, review the passage or poem specifically looking for clues that indicate the speaker's tone. Consider the overall attitude expressed towards the subject matter.
4. For question 2, re-read the lines provided and identify which line aligns with the tone identified in question 1. Look for specific words or phrases that convey the same emotion.
5. For question 3, refer back to the mentioned lines and consider why the mother's teeth are described as "white as detergent." Analyze the context and themes of the poem to determine the most likely reason for this description.
6. For question 4, review the sentence structure and verb tense to determine the correct verb phrase that completes the sentence. Consider the past experiences and actions described and select the appropriate option.
By following these steps, you should be able to answer these questions accurately.
To approach these questions, you can follow these steps:
1. Read the poem "At the Tourist Centre in Boston" and try to understand the overall tone of the speaker. Look for specific words, phrases, or descriptions that indicate the speaker's attitude or emotions.
2. For question 1, review the response choices (A, B, C, D) and match them with the possible tones you identified from your reading. Try to eliminate any options that clearly do not match the tone, and then choose the option that best fits the overall tone of the poem.
3. For question 2, re-read the poem and pay attention to the line options provided. Look for the line that supports or reinforces the tone you identified in question 1. Consider the context and meaning of that line to determine which option aligns with the tone.
4. For question 3, focus on the specific description of the mother's teeth. Consider the possible reasons why the poet may have chosen to describe her teeth in this way. Look closely at the response choices (A, B, C, D) and choose the option that best explains the likely reason behind this description.
5. For question 4, examine the structure and tense of the sentence. Pay attention to the verb phrase that would grammatically complete the sentence and make sense within the context. Consider the meaning intended by the speaker and choose the option that fills in the blank correctly.
By following these steps and carefully analyzing the poem and response choices, you should be able to find the most accurate answers to these questions.