Elements of Revolution-Era Poetry
This activity will help you meet these educational goals:
You will determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of
specific word choices on meaning and tone, including words with multiple meanings or language that is particularly fresh, engaging, or beautiful; and
cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text; Analyze a case in
which grasping point of view requires distinguishing what is directly stated in a text from what is really meant (e.g., satire, sarcasm, Irony, or
understatement).
Directions
Read the instructions for this self-checked activity. Type in your response to each question, and check your answers. At the end of the activity, write a
brief evaluation of your work.
Activity
Read this excerpt from the poem "Prospect of the Future Glory of America" by John Trumbull and answer the questions that follow in one or two
sentences.
To views far distant and to scenes more bright,