In this poem “dust” is used as a symbol. Which meanings of “dust” did Johnson want the reader to take away? Select all that apply.
Death
Society
Chaos
What are the different oddities demonstrated in the poem, and why are they used?
"The high, the low” to show differences in social status
"The black, the white” to show the differences in race
"The rich, the poor” to show economic differences
One of the ways that Johnson utilizes “red” is…
… to illustrate her anger
… as a connection to her background
… to demonstrate people's desire for power
Are Africa and Rome specifically used as a juxtaposition?
Yes, Africa and Rome are used to contrast two different races, the caucasians and blacks.
Yes, Africa and Rome are used to show that no matter the regional separation, we are the same
No, Africa and Rome are just notable places that the reader can understand
No, Africa and Rome are both places made up of a variety of cultures
Who are the “unlabeled”? Select all that apply.
People in poverty
People that are forgotten
People who distance themselves
People who don’t fit the social standards
What is the ‘mystery’?
poverty
power
racism
treasure
“Start” is an example of multiple meaning diction, which of the following are the correct meanings of “start” employed in the poem? (Select all that apply)
the start of the poem
the start of an issue
the start of racism
the start of a journey
Which of the following examples of rhetoric are used in the poem? Select one.
rhetorical question
hypophora
ethos, pathos, logos
Does Tenet B apply to this poem? (Explain why or why not) (the fragmentation of society; focuses on the disillusionment with others)
Yes
No
Which of the following is the advice Johnson is trying to give to the reader?
Life is a “mystery” so we have to figure out each other's differences to allow life to “settle” back again
We must question ourselves now about the divide we have created. Before we all turn to “dust” for in the end we are all the same
Everyone will eventually turn to “dust” . We must come together and create a “home” on this earth