1. What is the main theme of the poem “Chivvy" by Michael Rosen?
- A) Childhood memories
- B) Adult authority over children
- C) Learning manners
- D) Playful interactions
Correct Answer: B) Adult authority over children
2. How does the poet portray the commands given by grown-ups?
- A) Strict and intimidating
- B) Playful and humorous
- C) Confusing and contradictory
- D) Irrelevant and unnecessary
Correct Answer: B) Playful and humorous
3. According to the poem, what does Michael's mother call him at home?
- A) Michael
- B) Child
- C) Michael Don't
- D) Don't
Correct Answer: C) Michael Don't
4. What does the word "chivvy" in the context of the poem mean?
- A) To playfully tease
- B) To give commands
- C) To annoy or nag
- D) To instruct gently
Correct Answer: C) To annoy or nag
5. What is the poet's attitude towards the commands in the poem?
- A) Respectful
- B) Indifferent
- C) Resentful
- D) Amused
Correct Answer: D) Amused
6. The poem reflects on which aspect of adult-child interactions?
- A) Mutual respect
- B) Parental love
- C) Discipline and guidance
- D) Freedom of expression
Correct Answer: C) Discipline and guidance
7. What effect does the repetition of commands have in the poem?
- A) It creates confusion
- B) It emphasizes authority
- C) It demonstrates disobedience
- D) It shows indifference
Correct Answer: B) It emphasizes authority
8. How does the poet characterize the instructions given by adults?
- A) Necessary for growth
- B) Arbitrary and unnecessary
- C) Supportive and caring
- D) Authoritative but fair
Correct Answer: B) Arbitrary and unnecessary
9. What does the phrase "Say please" suggest about adult expectations?
- A) Encouragement for politeness
- B) Demand for obedience
- C) Expression of gratitude
- D) Assertion of authority
Correct Answer: A) Encouragement for politeness
10. What is the tone of the poem overall?
- A) Angry
- B) Sad
- C) Playful
- D) Serious
Correct Answer: C) Playful
11. How does the poem "Please" reflect common experiences of children?
- A) It portrays children as disobedient
- B) It highlights the joy of childhood
- C) It shows the influence of adults
- D) It explores children's fantasies
Correct Answer: C) It shows the influence of adults
12. What does the poet imply about children's autonomy in decision-making?
- A) It is encouraged by adults
- B) It is limited by adult commands
- C) It is respected by adults
- D) It is irrelevant in childhood
Correct Answer: B) It is limited by adult commands
13. Which phrase best describes the structure of the poem?
- A) Free verse
- B) Sonnet
- C) Haiku
- D) Limerick
Correct Answer: A) Free verse
14. What does the repetition of "Please" signify in the poem?
- A) Politeness
- B) Begging
- C) Frustration
- D) Compliance
Correct Answer: B) Begging
15. How does the poem "Please" conclude?
- A) With a lesson for children
- B) With a request for understanding
- C) With a humorous twist
- D) With a plea for freedom
Correct Answer: C) With a humorous twist
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