Directions

Read the poem and answer the question.

Ways

by Jennifer Mavro

Sometimes we cannot say what we mean
Simply by speaking or writing.
There are other ways than words.

A gentle brush stroke whispers.
Not so shy? Bright colors shout excitement!

Pound clay to express yourself.
The clay is willing
To follow your every whim.

It is as generous as the wood
That allows you to break it
For the sake
Of saying what you mean
Through sculpture.

So I can give or take the pen
Since words do have their limits.

Yet, how else could I tell you this?
I need this way
To say what I mean.
And I'm glad to have this choice
And countless others that can match the moment
And convey my mood and message.

5
Drag each tile to the correct box. Not all tiles will be used.
Determine which four details form a clear summary of the poem and place them in the correct order.
A painting can send a message.
Words imperfectly transmit ideas.
Art is a way of speaking to others.
Artists describe their thoughts to others.
Sculpture can express feelings.

1 answer

- Words imperfectly transmit ideas.
- A painting can send a message.
- Sculpture can express feelings.
- Art is a way of speaking to others.