BigSis Academy

1. The phrase “whose flame/ is the imprisoned lightning” (lines 4-5) demonstrates which
literary device?
A) Irony
B) Metaphor
C) Alliteration
D) Repetition

2. The poem refers to the “storied pomp” of which of the following?
A) The nation’s immigrants
B) The Mother of Exiles
C) The old country

D) The twin cities

3. As used in the poem, the word “yearning” (line 11) most nearly means:
A) wailing
B) abandoning

C)longing
D) urging

4. Which of the following is true of this poem?
A) It describes a woman with supernatural powers.
B) It suggests that ancient lands should welcome the tired and poor.

C) It expresses the idea that the United States welcomes immigrants.

D) It condemns the idea of immigration.

5. It can be inferred from the poem that:
A) The United States only welcomes the wealthy.
B) The poet believes immigrants should be turned away.
C) The United States should be a land of opportunity for immigrants.
D) The poet is critical of the concept of freedom.