Poem - Never Trust a Mirror – Erin Hanson 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 - Never Trust a Mirror – Erin Hanson MCQ Questions

13.
What is the tone of the poem?
A.
Humorous
B.
Uplifting and reflective
C.
Angry and accusative
D.
Indifferent
ANSWER :
B. Uplifting and reflective
14.
What message does “It only shows your skin” convey?
A.
It reveals your health
B.
It hides your beauty
C.
It shows only surface value
D.
It glows in sunlight
ANSWER :
C. It shows only surface value
15.
What does the poet say about your smile “when no one else can see”?
A.
It’s fake
B.
It’s a private joy
C.
It means nothing
D.
It hides sadness
ANSWER :
B. It’s a private joy
16.
Which figure of speech is used in “the mirror always lies”?
A.
Simile
B.
Metaphor
C.
Irony
D.
Personification
ANSWER :
D. Personification
17.
What poetic device is used throughout the poem for effect?
A.
Rhyme and repetition
B.
Haiku form
C.
Sarcasm
D.
Narrative storytelling
ANSWER :
A. Rhyme and repetition
18.
The line “It’s time you looked within” implies:
A.
Be more beautiful
B.
Judge yourself more
C.
Value inner qualities
D.
Wear better makeup
ANSWER :
C. Value inner qualities