Question
1What does "The Origin of the Robin" suggest about Ojibwa views of the parent-child relationship?
It suggests that children were encouraged to disagree with parents if necessary.
It suggests that parents’ words were held in very high regard.
It suggests that parents were encouraged to allow their children liberty.
It suggests that parents preferred that their children be independent.2Read this excerpt from "The Origin of the Robin."
His father visited him regularly every morning, to encourage him to perseverance, describing at length the honor and renown that would attend him through life if he accomplished the full term prescribed.
According to this excerpt, which best describes the father’s hope for his son?
that he will be physically strong
that he will be smarter than all others
that he will be revered and respected
that he will be clever and cunning3Why is "The Origin of the Robin" considered a creation myth?
It describes an ancient ritual that had unexpected results.
It illustrates Iroquois views on honor and loyalty.
It is about a boy who changes into a robin.
It explains how the first robin came into existence.4Based on "The Origin of the Robin," which statement best illustrates the Ojibwa view on an individual's growth and change?
Growth and change occur as a result of conflict.
Growth and change occur spontaneously.
Growth and change are decided by the gods.
Growth and change are usually predictable.5Which statement best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason"?
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABAB throughout.
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout.
There is a series of consecutive rhyming couplets.
There is an absence of a clear rhyme scheme.6How are the speakers’ senses of self-esteem similar in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit"?
In both poems, the speakers consider themselves insignificant.
In both poems, the speakers express a great deal of pride.
In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.
In both poems, the speakers express great doubt as to their abilities.7Which statement best describes the ways that the speakers in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit" achieve contentment?
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through rational thought, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious faith.
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through steady contemplation, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through prayer and solitude.
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through spiritual cleanliness, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through development of faith.
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment by acquiring knowledge, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious activities.8Read the stanza from “Deliverance From Another Sore Fit.”
“Thou knowest the sorrows that I felt;
My plaints and groans were heard of Thee,
And how in sweat I seemed to melt
Thou help'st and Thou regardest me.”
What does the word regardest suggest about the speaker’s attitude toward God?
The speaker believes God will end all suffering.
The speaker considers God to be largely unknowable.
The speaker thinks of God as a closest friend.
The speaker feels watched attentively by God.
It suggests that children were encouraged to disagree with parents if necessary.
It suggests that parents’ words were held in very high regard.
It suggests that parents were encouraged to allow their children liberty.
It suggests that parents preferred that their children be independent.2Read this excerpt from "The Origin of the Robin."
His father visited him regularly every morning, to encourage him to perseverance, describing at length the honor and renown that would attend him through life if he accomplished the full term prescribed.
According to this excerpt, which best describes the father’s hope for his son?
that he will be physically strong
that he will be smarter than all others
that he will be revered and respected
that he will be clever and cunning3Why is "The Origin of the Robin" considered a creation myth?
It describes an ancient ritual that had unexpected results.
It illustrates Iroquois views on honor and loyalty.
It is about a boy who changes into a robin.
It explains how the first robin came into existence.4Based on "The Origin of the Robin," which statement best illustrates the Ojibwa view on an individual's growth and change?
Growth and change occur as a result of conflict.
Growth and change occur spontaneously.
Growth and change are decided by the gods.
Growth and change are usually predictable.5Which statement best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason"?
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABAB throughout.
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout.
There is a series of consecutive rhyming couplets.
There is an absence of a clear rhyme scheme.6How are the speakers’ senses of self-esteem similar in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit"?
In both poems, the speakers consider themselves insignificant.
In both poems, the speakers express a great deal of pride.
In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.
In both poems, the speakers express great doubt as to their abilities.7Which statement best describes the ways that the speakers in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit" achieve contentment?
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through rational thought, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious faith.
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through steady contemplation, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through prayer and solitude.
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through spiritual cleanliness, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through development of faith.
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment by acquiring knowledge, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious activities.8Read the stanza from “Deliverance From Another Sore Fit.”
“Thou knowest the sorrows that I felt;
My plaints and groans were heard of Thee,
And how in sweat I seemed to melt
Thou help'st and Thou regardest me.”
What does the word regardest suggest about the speaker’s attitude toward God?
The speaker believes God will end all suffering.
The speaker considers God to be largely unknowable.
The speaker thinks of God as a closest friend.
The speaker feels watched attentively by God.
Answers
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Here are the answers to your questions based on the provided information:
1. **What does "The Origin of the Robin" suggest about Ojibwa views of the parent-child relationship?**
- **It suggests that parents preferred that their children be independent.**
2. **According to this excerpt, which best describes the father’s hope for his son?**
- **that he will be revered and respected.**
3. **Why is "The Origin of the Robin" considered a creation myth?**
- **It explains how the first robin came into existence.**
4. **Based on "The Origin of the Robin," which statement best illustrates the Ojibwa view on an individual's growth and change?**
- **Growth and change occur as a result of conflict.**
5. **Which statement best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason"?**
- **There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout.**
6. **How are the speakers’ senses of self-esteem similar in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit"?**
- **In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.**
7. **Which statement best describes the ways that the speakers in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit" achieve contentment?**
- **In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through rational thought, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious faith.**
8. **What does the word regardest suggest about the speaker’s attitude toward God?**
- **The speaker feels watched attentively by God.**
Feel free to ask if you need further clarification or additional information!
1. **What does "The Origin of the Robin" suggest about Ojibwa views of the parent-child relationship?**
- **It suggests that parents preferred that their children be independent.**
2. **According to this excerpt, which best describes the father’s hope for his son?**
- **that he will be revered and respected.**
3. **Why is "The Origin of the Robin" considered a creation myth?**
- **It explains how the first robin came into existence.**
4. **Based on "The Origin of the Robin," which statement best illustrates the Ojibwa view on an individual's growth and change?**
- **Growth and change occur as a result of conflict.**
5. **Which statement best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason"?**
- **There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout.**
6. **How are the speakers’ senses of self-esteem similar in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit"?**
- **In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.**
7. **Which statement best describes the ways that the speakers in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit" achieve contentment?**
- **In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through rational thought, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious faith.**
8. **What does the word regardest suggest about the speaker’s attitude toward God?**
- **The speaker feels watched attentively by God.**
Feel free to ask if you need further clarification or additional information!