Question

“the raven”— 30 multiple choice questions
circle the best answer for each question.

1. (rl.10.5) how does the poems opening setting (\once upon a midnight dreary\) contribute to the mood?

a. it establishes a dark and mysterious tone
b. it provides a cheerful and hopeful feeling
c. it introduces a calm and peaceful atmosphere
d. it signals a lighthearted narrative

1. (l.10.4) the word dreary most nearly means—

a. bright and cheerful
b. dull, bleak, or depressing
c. quick and energetic
d. hopeful and optimistic

1. (rl.10.5) why does poe repeat the word tapping?

a. to show that the sound is random and meaningless
b. to distract the reader from the narrators grief
c. to create suspense and anticipation
d. to reveal that the narrator is dreaming

1. (rl.10.5) the poems structure of steadily increasing interruptions builds—

a. humor
b. hope
c. joy
d. tension and suspense

1. (l.10.4) the word lore in \quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore\ most nearly means—

a. lies or rumors
b. traditional knowledge or stories
c. laws and government rules
d. meaningless chatter

Explanation:

1. "Once upon a midnight dreary" creates a dark and spooky atmosphere typical of Poe's work, setting a dark and mysterious tone.
2. "Dreary" means dull, bleak, or depressing, which is in line with the mood of the poem's opening.
3. Repeating "tapping" builds suspense as the reader wonders about the source of the sound.
4. The increasing interruptions in the poem's structure heighten tension and suspense, a common technique in Poe's writing.
5. "Lore" in this context refers to traditional knowledge or stories, often associated with old - fashioned or arcane volumes.

Answer:

1. A. It establishes a dark and mysterious tone
2. B. dull, bleak, or depressing
3. C. To create suspense and anticipation
4. D. tension and suspense
5. B. traditional knowledge or stories