LITERATURE MODULE 1

Read the following poem. Then answer question 10.

Freedom
by Langston Hughes

Freedom will not come

Today, this year
Not ever
Through compromise and fear.

I have as much right

As the other fellow has
To stand
On my own two feet
And own the land.

I tire of hearing people say,

Let things take their course.
Tomorrow is another day.
I do not need my freedom when I’m dead
I cannot live on tomorrow’s bread.
Freedom
Is a strong seed
Planted
In a great need.
I live here, too.
I want my freedom
Just as you.

Pennsylvania Keystone Literature Item -1-

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CONSTRUCTED-RESPONSE ITEM
10. Analyze how the author’s word choice impacts the tone of the poem. Be sure to use
details from the poem to support your answer. Type your answer in the space provided.

The tone of the poem is hopeful. For example when he says “

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TONE WORDS:
https://www.writerswrite.co.za/155-words-to-describe-an-authors-tone/

● Are the words simple, descriptive, complex, formal?

● Is a particular word or phrase used throughout the text?

The use of the word/phrase/sentence “_________” creates a ______________ tone.

The use of optimistic language creates a _________ tone.
The descriptive language creates a __________ tone.
An appreciation of __________ creates a _________ tone.
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LITERATURE MODULE 1

SCORING GUIDE

STUDENT___________________________ DATE:_____________TEACHER:_______________
KEYSTONE LITERATURE SCORING GUIDE
FOR CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE

Alignment: Eligible Score Mean Score

Quarter 2 Content:
Craft & L.F.2.3.5
Structure:
Vocabulary

CC.1.3.9-10.F Analyze how words and phrases shape meaning and tone in text.

Score Description

3 ● The response is a clear, complete, and accurate analysis of the impact of word
choice on tone.
● Includes specific examples/details that make clear reference to the text.
● Adequately explains and supports the analysis with clearly relevant information.
 2 ● The response is a partial analysis of the impact of word choice on tone.
● Includes limited examples/details that make reference to the text.
● Explains and supports some of the analysis.

1 The response is a minimal analysis of the impact of word choice on tone.

OR

The response relates minimally to the task.

0 Gives no evidence of the ability to analyze the impact of word choice on tone..

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