Use the link to read the poem. Then answer the question. "Knock Knock" Poem (If this link does not work, use the link on your lesson intro page)

Question

How does the first half of the poem (Lines 1-44) compare to the second half (Lines 45-69).

(2 points)
Responses

The first half of the poem addresses the speaker's desire to have his father in his life, while the second half shows that he is able succeed without him.
The first half of the poem addresses the speaker's desire to have his father in his life, while the second half shows that he is able succeed without him.

The first half of the poem shows how dependent the speaker is on his father, while the second half proves that he doesn't need him.
The first half of the poem shows how dependent the speaker is on his father, while the second half proves that he doesn't need him.

The first half of the poem shows how much the speaker needs his father, while the second half expresses his anger at him for being absent.
The first half of the poem shows how much the speaker needs his father, while the second half expresses his anger at him for being absent.

The first half of the poem shows how close the speaker and his father were, while the second half reveals how much hatred he now has for his father.
The first half of the poem shows how close the speaker and his father were, while the second half reveals how much hatred he now has for his father.
Question 5
Line 37, "How to walk like a man" is an example of(2 points)

Answer 1

To compare the first half (Lines 1-44) and the second half (Lines 45-69) of the poem "Knock Knock," the appropriate response would be:

The first half of the poem addresses the speaker's desire to have his father in his life, while the second half shows that he is able to succeed without him.

Regarding Line 37, "How to walk like a man," this line could be interpreted as an example of metaphor or symbolism. It represents coming of age or establishing one's identity apart from paternal influence. If the question seeks a specific literary device, please let me know if you need additional context or clarification!