Themes, Issues, Central Ideas in Poetry & Classical Literature

Question 1

Blanco writes that all of those different languages are "spoken into one wind" (line 45). This shows a strong message

Accepted Answer

...of unity since the wind travels without prejudice.

Question 2

"One Today": Select the quotation that demonstrates Blanco believes Americans must continue working for justice.

Accepted Answer

line 19: the "I have a dream" we keep dreaming,

Question 3

Identify the names of the 4 types of Rhetorical Appeals.

Accepted Answer

Ethos, pathos, logos, and kairos.

Question 4

The poem, "One Today," by Richard Blanco, alludes to Dr. King's famous speech. Blanco highlights racial inequality.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

Identify the rhetorical appeal that tries to convince the audience that now is the right time to act.

Accepted Answer

Kairos

Question 6

Identify all the questions that could guide your analysis of how poetry reflects the themes and issues of its time.

Accepted Answer

How does the poet employ style elements of the time period, or era?, What's the theme, or message, of this poem?, How does the poet address ideas, themes, and topics typical of their era?, How does the poet employ structural elements typical of its era?

Question 7

A characteristic of contemporary literature, like "One Today," is it represents diverse voices and experiences.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

The Rhetorical Appeal of ETHOS requires the persuader to be someone worthy of believing, an expert.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

Identify the rhetorical appeal that relies on influencing an audience's emotions.

Accepted Answer

Pathos

Question 10

Blanco emphasizes America's diversity when he...

Accepted Answer

writes greetings in many languages (lines 42-43, "hello / shalom, buon..."

Themes, Issues, Central Ideas in Poetry & Classical Literature

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Themes, Issues, Central Ideas in Poetry & Classical Literature

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