Which lines best reflect the bold attitude working-class people were developing after the Harlem Renaissance?

Before I'd pay / I'd go to Hades / And rot away!

The slang used in the stanza is most likely intended to be a reflection of the

Language of the times it was written in.

Langston Hughes's poem "Madam and the Rent Man" reflects its historical setting because

Madam's words show her determination to fight for what is right.

Which fact would best help a reader understand the context of Langston Hughes's poetry?

Hughes lived in a neighborhood of working-class African Americans.

Which idea best reflects the historical context of Harlem in the 1940s?

Learning where one fits into society can be a challenge or an opportunity.

Which excerpt from Langston Hughes's poem "Madam and the Rent Man" best demonstrates the speaker's determination?

If it's the money you want / You're out of luck.

The word choice in the line "I'd go to Hades" implies that the speaker

Would rather do anything than pay the rent.

If used in a poem, which sentence best suggests a joyful attitude?

The beginning of the summer is always such a thrill.

The poet chooses to use slang in this stanza because it

Reflects the way people really spoke, which makes the poem more realistic

The tone of the poem is the poet's

Attitude toward the subject and audience.

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1
Which lines best reflect the bold attitude working-class people were developing after the Harlem Renaissance?
He said, Madam, / It's not up to me.
Before I'd pay / I'd go to Hades / And rot away!
The rent man knocked. / He said, How do?
Black window's cracked, / Kitchen floor squeaks, / There's a rat... cellar
2
The slang used in the stanza is most likely intended to be a reflection of the
Struggle between Madam and the rent man.
Language of the times it was written in.
Frustration Madam feels about her situation.
Way the poet spoke in real life.
3
Which word best describes the poet's attitude in the stanza?
Indecision
Anger
Sadness
Humor
4
Langston Hughes's poem "Madam and the Rent Man" reflects its historical setting because
Madam's apartment needs repair & the landlord will not fix it.
Madam does not feel that she has the power to stand up for herself.
Madam is at the mercy of a rent man who takes advantage of her.
Madam's words show her determination to fight for what is right.
5
Which implies that the rent man has known about the problems in the apartment but has done nothing to repair them?
Promised
Broke
Ain't done
Don't run
6
Which fact would best help a reader understand the context of Langston Hughes's poetry?
Hughes lived in a neighborhood of working-class African Americans.
Hughes wrote both poems and plays about the African American experience.
Hughes planned to study engineering when he entered college.
Hughes liked to travel throughout the country when he was still a young man
7
If used in a poem, which phrase has a gloomy effect on the reader?
Cheering crowd
Peaceful scene
Dreary day
Many opportunities
8
Which idea best reflects the historical context of Harlem in the 1940s?
Small towns are the true heart of American society.
City living rarely offers much cultural diversity.
Learning where one fits into society can be a challenge or an opportunity.
Laboring in the fields day can wear a person down phyically & emotionally
9
Which excerpt from Langston Hughes's poem "Madam and the Rent Man" best demonstrates the speaker's determination?
The sink is broke, / The water doesn't run,
I said, Neither am I. / So we agrees!
I said, What / Can I do for you?
If it's the money you want / You're out of luck.
10
Which is the best example of a popular theme found in art and literature of the Harlem Renaissance?
Perseverance
Success
Fairness
Revolution
11
The word choice in the line "I'd go to Hades" implies that the speaker
Would rather do anything than pay the rent.
Does not have the money to pay the rent.
Plans to pay the rent man as soon as possible.
Is planning a trip to escape her problems.
12
Which line from the poem "Madam and the Rent Man" is the best example of slang?
You ain't done a thing
Black window's cracked
I said, Neither am I
It's not up to me
13
If used in a poem, which sentence best suggests a joyful attitude?
You better lock all of the doors before going to sleep.
The beginning of the summer is always such a thrill.
The rolling of the gentle waves is very peaceful.
It is hard to say goodbye to my dear, old friend.
14
Which best describes the poet's attitude in the last two lines of the stanza?
Determined
Sarcastic
Indecisive
Disruptive
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The poet chooses to use slang in this stanza because it
A bond Madam and the rent man suggests they will resolve their differences
Provides a rhyme within the stanza, making the poem easier to understand
Reflects the way people really spoke, which makes the poem more realistic
Avoids using informal language, which is not appropriate for poems
16
The tone of the poem is the poet's
Pattern of rhythm throughout each stanza
Word choice and how it affects the images
Attitude toward the subject and audience.
Sentence structure and punctuation choices
17
Which line suggests a feeling of frustration?
And you ain't done a thing
The sink is broke
Black window's cracked,
And the attic leaks

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