Poem - Memories of My Dad – Rebecca D. Cook TNPSC Group 2 2A Questions

General English - Unit VII: Literary Works - Figures of Speech, Appreciation and Analysis of Poetry, Lines of Significance (15 Q)

Poem - Memories of My Dad – Rebecca D. Cook MCQ Questions

7.
The phrase “He would sing me to sleep” conveys:
A.
Boredom
B.
Annoyance
C.
Comfort and affection
D.
Lack of sleep
ANSWER :
C. Comfort and affection
8.
What does “Instilled in me values” mean?
A.
Gave money
B.
Gave toys
C.
Gradually taught morals
D.
Taught mathematics
ANSWER :
C. Gradually taught morals
9.
The gift referred to in “The gift of your presence” is:
A.
A birthday gift
B.
His love and company
C.
A surprise party
D.
School fees
ANSWER :
B. His love and company
10.
What poetic device is used in “Better than Santa”?
A.
Simile
B.
Metaphor
C.
Personification
D.
Hyperbole
ANSWER :
D. Hyperbole
11.
“A hero he was to his little girl” highlights:
A.
Military bravery
B.
Father’s strength in his daughter’s eyes
C.
His political influence
D.
Public admiration
ANSWER :
B. Father’s strength in his daughter’s eyes
12.
The tone of the poem can be best described as:
A.
Bitter
B.
Regretful
C.
Warm and sentimental
D.
Mysterious
ANSWER :
C. Warm and sentimental