English COLONIAL TEST

(Bradstreet) What event is the poem centered around?

The burning of the author's house.

(Burning House) Who is the author of the poem?

Anne Bradstreet.

(Bradstreet) What emotion does the author express upon waking up?

Fear and distress.

(Bradstreet) What does the author cry out to God for?

Support and comfort in her distress.

(Bradstreet) How does the author react to the destruction of her home?

She blesses God's name despite the loss.

(Bradstreet) What does the author reflect on regarding her possessions?

They are now in ashes and she can no longer enjoy them.

(Bradstreet) What does the author imply about material wealth?

It is temporary and ultimately unimportant.

(Bradstreet) What does the author suggest about her spiritual beliefs?

She believes in a heavenly home that is permanent and valuable.

(Bradstreet) How does the author view her earthly possessions after the fire?

As vanity and not worth clinging to.

(Bradstreet) What does the author mean by "Adieu, Adieu, all’s vanity"?

She is bidding farewell to her material possessions, recognizing their futility.

(Bradstreet) What does the author encourage the reader to do with their thoughts?

To raise them above earthly concerns.

(Bradstreet) What does the "mighty Architect" refer to in the poem?

God, who has created a heavenly home for believers.

(Bradstreet) How does the author describe the heavenly home?

Richly furnished and permanent.

(Bradstreet) What does the author conclude about her hope and treasure?

They lie in heaven, not in earthly wealth.

(Bradstreet) What is the overall theme of the poem?

The transience of material possessions and the permanence of spiritual wealth.

(Edwards) What are natural men held over according to the text?

The pit of hell.

(Edwards) What has God’s anger towards natural men been compared to?

The anger towards those suffering in hell.

(Edwards) What do natural men lack that could appease God's anger?

Any means or actions to appease or abate that anger.

(Edwards) What is the only thing preserving natural men from falling into hell?

The arbitrary will and forbearance of God.

(Edwards) What does the text suggest about the awareness of natural men regarding their situation?

They are often not sensible of the danger they are in.

(Edwards) What would happen if God withdrew His hand from natural men?

They would immediately fall into hell.

(Edwards) How does the text describe the weight of wickedness?

As heavy as lead, tending downwards towards hell.

(Edwards) What metaphor is used to describe God's wrath?

Great waters that are dammed, increasing in power until released.

(Edwards) What does the bow of God's wrath represent in the text?

The imminent judgment and punishment awaiting sinners.

(Edwards) What is the condition of those who have not experienced a change of heart?

They are in the hands of an angry God.

(Edwards) How does the text characterize God's view of sinners?

As abominable and worthy of being cast into the fire.

(Edwards) What does the text say about the reasons for not falling into hell?

It is solely due to God's hand holding them up.

(Edwards) What imagery is used to describe the danger sinners are in?

A great furnace of wrath and a bottomless pit.

(Edwards) What do sinners lack that prevents their immediate destruction?

An interest in any Mediator or means of salvation.

(Harjo) What was the initial state of the world?

The world was perfect and we were happy.

(Harjo) What happened after taking the world for granted?

Discontent began to rumble in the earthly mind.

(Harjo) What did Doubt do to the web of happiness?

Doubt ruptured the web.

(Harjo) What emerged after Doubt ruptured the web?

All manner of demon thoughts jumped through.

(Harjo) What did we destroy in our discontent?

We destroyed the world we had been given.

(Harjo) What negative emotions contributed to putting out the light?

Jealousy, fear, greed, envy, and hatred.

(Harjo) What was the consequence of holding onto negative emotions?

We were left in darkness, bumping into each other.

(Harjo) How did the first act of kindness change the situation?

It created a spark of light in the darkness.

(Harjo) What did the light allow the people to do?

It made an opening in the darkness.

(Harjo) What did everyone work together to create?

A ladder to climb out of darkness.

(Harjo) Who was the first to climb out into the next world?

A Wind Clan person.

(Harjo) How did the journey continue through time?

Other clans and their descendants followed into the morning light.

(Wheatley) What brought the speaker from their Pagan land?

Mercy

(Wheatley) What did the speaker's experience teach them?

That there's a God and a Saviour

(Wheatley) What did the speaker not seek or know before redemption?

Redemption itself

(Wheatley) How do some people view the speaker's race?

With scornful eyes

(Wheatley) What derogatory phrase is used to describe the speaker's skin color?

"Diabolic die"

(Wheatley) What reminder is given to Christians regarding people of color?

They may be refined and join the angelic train

(Bradford) What was the condition of the ship during the voyage?

The ship faced fierce storms, was shaken, and had a cracked main beam.

(Bradford) Who was the proud young man among the crew, and what happened to him?

A haughty seaman who cursed the passengers fell ill and died during the voyage.

(Bradford) How did the passengers respond to the ship's dangerous conditions?

They consulted with the master and decided to proceed, trusting in God's providence.

(Bradford) What miraculous event happened to John Howland during the storm?

He was thrown overboard but managed to grab the topsail halyards and was rescued.

(Bradford) What was the outcome of the voyage in terms of passenger fatalities?

Only one passenger, William Butten, died during the voyage.

(Bradford) What did the passengers do upon arriving at Cape Cod?

They fell to their knees and thanked God for their safe arrival.

(Bradford) What challenges did the passengers face upon landing at Cape Cod?

They had no friends, inns, or shelter and faced a harsh winter wilderness.

(Bradford) What was the Mayflower Compact, and why was it created?

It was a foundational document for self-governance created to establish order and laws among the settlers.

(Bradford) What hardships did the settlers endure during the winter?

Half of the settlers died from scurvy and other diseases due to harsh conditions.

(Bradford) Who was Samoset, and what role did he play for the settlers?

Samoset was an Indian who spoke broken English and helped the settlers by providing information about the land and people.

(Bradford) What was the significance of the peace treaty with Massasoit?

It established a long-lasting peace between the settlers and the Wampanoag tribe.

(Bradford) How did Squanto assist the settlers?

He taught them how to plant corn, fish, and navigate the area, becoming an invaluable guide.

(Bradford) What was the outcome of the settlers' first harvest?

They had a successful harvest, leading to plenty of food and resources for the winter.

(Bradford) What types of food did the settlers have access to during their first winter?

They had fish, wild turkeys, venison, and Indian corn.

(Smith) What extreme conditions did the settlers face in Jamestown?

They faced extreme weakness and sickness, with scarce food and poor living conditions.

(Smith) How did the departure of the ships affect the settlers' food supply?

It left them without taverns or relief, relying solely on a common kettle for food.

(Smith) What was the daily food allowance for each man?

Half a pint of wheat and as much barley boiled with water.

(Smith) What did the settlers primarily eat from May to September?

They lived on sturgeon and sea crabs.

(Smith) Who was deposed as President during the hardships?

Edward Wingfield was deposed and replaced by Ratcliffe.

(Smith) What role did Captain Smith play in the survival of the settlers?

He managed resources and labor, providing lodgings and food for the settlers.

(Smith) What was the outcome of Smith's discovery of the Chickahominy people?

He found plenty of corn and resources, which helped the settlers survive.

(Smith) What happened to Captain Smith during his exploration of the Chickahominy River?

He was captured by the savages and brought to Powhatan.

(Smith) How did Pocahontas save Captain Smith?

She intervened to prevent his execution by laying her head on his.

(Smith) What did Powhatan demand from Smith in exchange for his life?

He wanted two great guns and a grindstone.

(Smith) How did Smith's actions impact the relationship with the Powhatan tribe?

His kindness and gifts helped to establish a better relationship and provided food for the settlers.

(Smith) What was the significance of Pocahontas in the survival of the settlers?

She brought provisions that saved many lives during the famine.

(Smith) What did Smith do to prevent a mutiny among the settlers?

He used force and authority to maintain order and prevent them from abandoning the settlement.

(Smith) What was the overall theme of the settlers' experience in Jamestown?

The struggle for survival amidst extreme hardship and the intervention of divine providence.