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    The document appears to be a multiple choice quiz about a poem. The questions provide details about the poem's plot, which involves a poet who is intrigued by his brother's ghost stories about a dilapidated shed in their garden. Though initially skeptical, the poet becomes curious and decides to investigate the shed himself. The questions analyze various literary elements of the poem such as imagery, symbolism, and theme. The overarching theme is about confronting fears and the power of curiosity.

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    1. Where is the shed located?

    (a) In the garden


    (b) In the backyard
    (c) In the woods
    (d) In the attic

    Answer: (a) In the garden

    2. What is the condition of the shed?


    (a) Well-maintained
    (b) Neglected
    (c) Abandoned
    (d) Dilapidated

    Answer: (d) Dilapidated

    3. What is the poet's brother's opinion of the shed?


    (a) He finds it fascinating.
    (b) He is afraid of it.
    (c) He is indifferent to it.
    (d) He dislikes it.

    Answer: (b) He is afraid of it.

    4. What does the poet's brother tell him about the shed?
    (a) It is haunted by a ghost.
    (b) It is home to a wild animal.
    (c) It is filled with dangerous objects.
    (d) It is a place of bad luck.

    Answer: (a) It is haunted by a ghost.

    5. What is the poet's reaction to his brother's stories about the shed?
    (a) He is terrified.
    (b) He is intrigued.
    (c) He is skeptical.
    (d) He is amused.

    Answer: (b) He is intrigued.

    6. What does the poet do to investigate the shed?


    (a) He peeks through the window.
    (b) He tries the door.
    (c) He calls out to see if anyone is inside.
    (d) He does nothing.

    Answer: (a) He peeks through the window.

    7. What does the poet see inside the shed?


    (a) A spider's web
    (b) A pile of dust
    (c) A shadowy figure
    (d) Nothing

    Answer: (a) A spider's web

    8. What does the poet realize about the ghost stories?


    (a) They are true.
    (b) They are exaggerated.
    (c) They are false.
    (d) He is unsure.

    Answer: (c) They are false.

    9. What does the poet decide to do about the shed?


    (a) He will never go near it again.
    (b) He will investigate it further.
    (c) He will tell his parents about it.
    (d) He will forget about it.

    Answer: (b) He will investigate it further.

    10. What is the theme of the poem?


    (a) The power of fear
    (b) The importance of curiosity
    (c) The dangers of the unknown
    (d) The beauty of mystery

    Answer: (b) The importance of curiosity

    11. What is the tone of the poem?


    (a) Suspenseful
    (b) Playful
    (c) Serious
    (d) Dreamy

    Answer: (a) Suspenseful

    12. What is the mood of the poem?


    (a) Eerie
    (b) Exciting
    (c) Nostalgic
    (d) Peaceful

    Answer: (a) Eerie

    13. What is the imagery used in the poem?


    (a) Dark and gloomy
    (b) Bright and cheerful
    (c) Soft and gentle
    (d) Loud and boisterous

    Answer: (a) Dark and gloomy

    14. What is the symbolism used in the poem?


    (a) The shed represents the unknown.
    (b) The spider's web represents the passage of time.
    (c) The ghost represents the poet's fears.
    (d) All of the above.

    Answer: (d) All of the above.

    15. What is the sound pattern of the poem?


    (a) Regular and predictable
    (b) Irregular and unpredictable
    (c) Rhyming
    (d) Free verse

    Answer: (b) Irregular and unpredictable

    16. What is the meter of the poem?


    (a) Iambic pentameter
    (b) Trochaic tetrameter
    (c) Dactylic hexameter
    (d) Free verse

    Answer: (d) Free verse

    17. What is the form of the poem?


    (a) Sonnet
    (b) Villanelle
    (c) Ballad
    (d) Free verse

    Answer: (d) Free verse

    18. What is the speaker's attitude towards the shed?


    (a) Fearful
    (b) Curious
    (c) Dismissive
    (d) Indifferent

    Answer: (b) Curious

    SHORT ANSWER TYPE


    1. Where is the shed located?
    Answer: The shed is located at the bottom of the garden.

    2. What is the condition of the shed?


    Answer: The shed is old and dilapidated. The door is creaky, the windows are dusty, and the spider's
    web hangs across the door.

    3. What does the poet hear at night?


    Answer: The poet hears strange noises coming from the shed at night.

    4. What does the poet's brother tell him about the shed?
    Answer: The poet's brother tells him that there is a ghost in the shed.

    5. What does the poet think about the ghost?


    Answer: The poet does not believe in ghosts, but he is still afraid of the shed.

    6. What does the poet plan to do one day?


    Answer: The poet plans to go into the shed one day and find out what is making the noises.

    7. What is the significance of the spider's web?


    Answer: The spider's web is a symbol of neglect and abandonment. It suggests that the shed has been
    unused for a long time.

    8. What is the mood of the poem?


    Answer: The mood of the poem is one of mystery and suspense.
    9. What is the theme of the poem?
    Answer: The theme of the poem is the power of fear and the importance of facing our fears.

    10. What does the poem teach us?


    Answer: The poem teaches us that fear is a natural emotion, but it should not prevent us from
    exploring the unknown.

    11. What is the significance of the title of the poem?


    Answer: The title of the poem is significant because it represents the mystery and fear that the shed
    holds for the poet.

    12. What is the effect of the repetition of the phrase "but not just yet"?
    Answer: The repetition of the phrase "but not just yet" creates a sense of anticipation and suspense.
    It suggests that the poet is afraid to go into the shed, but he is also drawn to it.

    13. What is the effect of the use of imagery in the poem?


    Answer: The use of imagery in the poem creates a vivid and atmospheric picture of the shed. The
    images of the creaky door, the dusty windows, and the spider's web all contribute to the sense of
    mystery and fear.

    14. What is the effect of the use of personification in the poem?


    Answer: The use of personification in the poem gives the shed a sense of life and menace. The shed is
    described as "staring" at the poet, and it is said to have a "voice". This makes the shed seem more
    than just a building, and it adds to the sense of fear that the poet feels.

    15. What is the effect of the use of contrast in the poem?


    Answer: The use of contrast in the poem creates a sense of tension. The contrast between the beauty
    of the garden and the ugliness of the shed, and the contrast between the poet's curiosity and his fear,
    all contribute to the suspenseful atmosphere of the poem.

    16. What is the effect of the use of symbolism in the poem?


    Answer: The use of symbolism in the poem adds depth and meaning to the story. The shed can be
    seen as a symbol of the unknown, of fear, or of the subconscious mind. The spider's web can be seen
    as a symbol of neglect or abandonment. The noises coming from the shed can be seen as a symbol of
    the poet's own inner fears.

    17. What is the effect of the use of foreshadowing in the poem?


    Answer: The use of foreshadowing in the poem creates a sense of anticipation. The mention of the
    ghost in the early part of the poem prepares the reader for the climax of the poem, when the poet
    finally decides to go into the shed.

    18. What is the effect of the use of ambiguity in the poem?


    Answer: The use of ambiguity in the poem creates a sense of mystery. The reader is never sure
    whether the noises coming from the shed are real or imagined, and they are never sure whether the
    poet will actually go into the shed. This ambiguity adds to the suspenseful atmosphere of the poem.

    19. What is the effect of the use of understatement in the poem?


    Answer: The use of understatement in the poem creates a sense of irony. The poet does not
    exaggerate his fear, but his understatement makes it all the more believable. For example, when he
    says that he is "not afraid", the reader knows that he is actually very afraid.

    20. What is the effect of the use of open-endedness in the poem?


    Answer: The use of open-endedness in the poem leaves the reader with a sense of uncertainty. The
    poem does not provide a resolution to the mystery of the

    LONG ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS


    1. The speaker in the poem is drawn to the shed, yet they are also afraid of it. What do you think
    creates this sense of both attraction and fear?

    Answer: The shed is a place of mystery and the unknown. It is a place that is both familiar and
    strange. The speaker is drawn to the shed because they want to know what is inside of it. They want
    to explore the secrets that it holds. However, they are also afraid of what they might find. They are
    afraid of the unknown. The shed is a symbol of the hidden parts of ourselves, the parts that we are
    afraid to face.

    2. The poem is full of imagery that suggests both darkness and light. What do you think these images
    represent?

    Answer: The darkness in the poem represents the unknown, the hidden, and the fearful. The light
    represents knowledge, understanding, and hope. The speaker is trying to find their way from the
    darkness to the light. They are trying to understand the mysteries of the world and of themselves.

    3. The poem ends with the speaker saying, "But not just yet..." What do you think this means?

    Answer: The speaker is not ready to face the shed yet. They are not ready to confront the mysteries
    that it holds. They need more time to prepare themselves. They need to gather their courage. The
    "not just yet" is a moment of hesitation, a moment of doubt. It is a moment of both fear and
    anticipation.

    4. What do you think the shed represents in the poem?

    Answer: The shed represents the hidden parts of ourselves, the parts that we are afraid to face. It
    represents the unknown, the mysteries of the world, and the depths of our own being. It is a place of
    both fear and fascination.

    5. What do you think the poem is saying about the nature of curiosity?

    Answer: The poem is saying that curiosity is a powerful force. It is a force that drives us to explore the
    unknown, even when we are afraid. It is a force that leads us to seek out knowledge and
    understanding. However, curiosity can also be a dangerous force. It can lead us into places that we
    are not ready for. It can lead us to face things that we are not prepared to face. The poem suggests
    that curiosity is a double-edged sword. It is a force that can both enlighten and destroy us.

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