Class Activity: "Caged Bird" Poetry Analysis

Low-Order Question (1 mark):

What type of the poem is this poem?
High-Order Question (2 marks):
Describe the central metaphor in the poem and explain its
significance.
Low-Order Question (1 mark):
Who is the author of the poem?

Understanding Themes (5 marks).

High-Order Question (2 marks):
1. Identify and discuss two themes explored in the poem. How do
they relate to the experiences of African Americans during
times of racial segregation?
2. Low-Order Question (1 mark):
What does the caged bird symbolize in the poem?
3. Low-Order Question (1 mark):
What emotions does the caged bird's song convey?
4. High-Order Question (1 mark):
How does the poem reflect the resilience and courage of the human
spirit?
Literary Devices (3 marks):
1. High-Order Question (2 marks):
Identify and explain one literary device used in the poem to
convey its themes effectively.

2. Low-Order Question (1 mark):

What is the significance of the poet's use of imagery in describing the
experiences of the free bird and the caged bird?

Personal Response (2 marks).

1. Low-Order Question (1 mark):

How does the poem make you feel? What emotions does it
evoke in you?

High-Order Question (1 mark):

2. Why do you think the poet chose to use a caged bird as a
metaphor to convey the themes in the poem?

Creative Expression (Bonus Question - 3 marks).

1. Bonus Question (3 marks):
Write a short paragraph or poem inspired by "Caged Bird."
Express your thoughts and feelings about freedom and the
human spirit's resilience.