Inference
In “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” why does the speaker stop to look at the woods?
B) They enjoy the peaceful and beautiful snow-covered woods.
In “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” who is the speaker’s companion during their visit to the woods?
A) A horse
In “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” the phrase “The woods are lovely, dark, and deep” uses which type of figurative language?
B) Metaphor
What is the main purpose of “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”?
A) To express the beauty and peace found in nature
How are the settings of “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” and “The Road Not Taken” similar?
B) Both poems take place in a natural setting, like a forest or woods.
What can you infer about the speaker’s choice of the road in “The Road Not Taken”?
B) They picked the road that was less traveled because they wanted to make a unique choice.
In “The Road Not Taken,” what feature makes the road the speaker chooses different from the other one?
C) It is less traveled and grassy.
In “The Road Not Taken,” the description of the road as “grassy and wanted wear” is an example of which type of figurative language?
C) Imagery
In “The Road Not Taken,” why does the speaker reflect on their choice of the road?
C) To explore the impact and significance of their choices in life
In what way do the characters in “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” and “The Road Not Taken” differ?
C) In “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” the narrator is accompanied by a horse, while in “The Road Not Taken,” the narrator is alone.
In “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” what might the speaker’s repeated mention of "promises to keep" suggest about their feelings?
B) They are feeling pressured by their responsibilities and commitments.
What does the snow in “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” symbolize about the speaker’s feelings?
C) Calmness and contemplation
In “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” how is the horse described in a personified way?
A) The horse “gives his harness bells a shake,” as if it is making a choice or expressing a thought.
Why might Robert Frost have used imagery of snow and woods in “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”?
B) To illustrate the theme of isolation and contemplation
How do the themes of “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” and “The Road Not Taken” contrast with each other?
B) “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” explores themes of contemplation and responsibility, while “The Road Not Taken” focuses on decision-making and choices.
Comparing both poems, what does Frost suggest about the impact of choices and moments of reflection on people’s lives?
B) Reflecting on choices can be important and affect how we feel about our decisions.
What theme is common in both “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” and “The Road Not Taken”?
D) The beauty of nature and its impact on the speaker
In “The Road Not Taken,” what does the “road” symbolize in the context of the poem?
D) Choices and decisions in life
What overall message might Frost be conveying through both “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” and “The Road Not Taken”?
B) Choices and moments of reflection are important in understanding one’s life journey.
Compare the use of imagery in “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” and “The Road Not Taken.” How do the images in each poem support its themes?
A) “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” uses images of snow and quiet woods to highlight peace and reflection, while “The Road Not Taken” uses images of diverging paths to emphasize choices and individuality.