A Summer Night (Practice Test)

1. . What is the primary mood of A Summer Night by Matthew Arnold?
(A) Melancholy and somber
(B) Joyous and celebratory
(C) Calm and reflective
(D) Restless and anxious

2. . The poem A Summer Night mainly explores:
(A) The fleeting nature of human emotions
(B) The eternal beauty of nature
(C) The contrast between summer and winter
(D) The inevitability of death

3. . How does the poet describe the night in A Summer Night?
(A) A time of sorrow and sadness
(B) A peaceful and tranquil moment
(C) A time of noise and confusion
(D) A time of excitement and anticipation

4. . What does the imagery of the “calm of the evening” symbolize in the poem?
(A) The ending of the day
(B) A time of peace and quiet contemplation
(C) A sign of impending danger
(D) The coming of winter

5. . The phrase “the stars gleam” in the poem is an example of:
(A) Simile
(B) Personification
(C) Alliteration
(D) Metaphor

6. . The structure of the poem A Summer Night is characterized by:
(A) Rhymed couplets
(B) Free verse
(C) Blank verse
(D) A fixed stanza form

7. . What natural element is highlighted as a prominent feature in A Summer Night?
(A) The moon
(B) The ocean
(C) The wind
(D) The sun

8. . What is the significance of the night in the poem?
(A) A symbol of despair and loss
(B) A representation of quiet and reflection
(C) A time for celebration and festivities
(D) A warning of impending change

9. . The poem contrasts the night with which of the following?
(A) The busy day
(B) The harsh winter
(C) The sun’s brightness
(D) The sound of thunder

10. . The final tone of the poem can best be described as:
(A) Hopeful and optimistic
(B) Quiet and contemplative
(C) Angry and frustrated
(D) Eager and excited