In "Blackberry Eating," which of the following sound devices appear in line 2?

consonance and onomatopoeia, alliteration and assonance

The cliff and continent are

intended to provide needed physical support for the shore.

The words "black art" in line 5 indicate that the speaker believes

Only some type of magic could create such a delicious fruit.

The fact that the waves look and think has what effect on our understanding of the storm?

It makes the storm seem more intense and ominous.

Which of the following BEST captures Kinnell's intentions in comparing blackberries and words in this poem?

to describe the pleasure of the unique sound combinations of certain words

The tone of "Once by the Pacific" is best described as

Forthright and sober, Angry yet ironic

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1
In "Blackberry Eating," which of the following sound devices appear in line 2?
euphony and consonance
consonance and onomatopoeia
alliteration and end rhyme
alliteration and assonance
2
The cliff and continent are
mentioned to help us understand where the storm is occurring.
intended to provide needed physical support for the shore.
conspirators in the storm’s destructive plan.
lucky that they will completely escape the effects of the storm.
3
The words "black art" in line 5 indicate that the speaker believes
Blackberries are associated with sadness and depression.
We should be suspicious of blackberries and their origin.
Blackberries have a special medicinal power that can alter our psyches.
Only some type of magic could create such a delicious fruit.
4
The fact that the waves look and think has what effect on our understanding of the storm?
It makes the storm seem unintentional.
It makes the storm seem more humane and reasonable.
It makes the storm seem more intense and ominous.
It makes the storm seem more random and chaotic.
5
Which of the following best describes the speaker’s overall tone throughout the poem?
solemn
compassionate
reflective
playful
6
Which of the following BEST captures Kinnell's intentions in comparing blackberries and words in this poem?
to encourage the audience to dissect language to determine its intent
to express interest and amazement at the world of nature
to describe the pleasure of the unique sound combinations of certain words
to impress on the audience the importance of choosing words carefully
7
The mood of "Once by the Pacific" is best described as
Gloomy and depressing
Uneasy and threatening
Awe-inspiring and intriguing
Serious and reflective
8
The tone of "Once by the Pacific" is best described as
Forthright and sober
Inquisitive and intense
Angry yet ironic
Uncertain yet hopeful
9
Which of the following best describes the poet’s use of unbidden in line 8?
concrete diction
colloquial diction
elevated diction
metaphorical diction

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