An Evening Scene on the Same Subject Question 1 (1 point) Which quotation best expresses the positive impact of spending time outside? a “Through all the long green fields has spread, His first sweet evening yellow.” (lines 7-8) b “And hark! how blithe the throstle sings! He, too, is no mean preacher:” (lines 13-14) c “She has a world of ready wealth, Our minds and hearts to bless—” (lines 17-18) d “Enough of Science and of Art; Close up those barren leaves;” (lines 29-30) Question 2 (1 point) How does the description in lines 5-16 develop a theme about nature? a The description asserts that people can learn a great deal from nature. b The description clarifies the inability to control the power of nature. c The description emphasizes that man and nature are constantly at odds. d The description illustrates the importance of protecting nature from destruction. Question 3 (1 point) Which aspect of the speaker’s character is revealed over the course of the poem? a The speaker is shown to be trustworthy and sincere. b The speaker is shown to be tolerant and fair. c The speaker is shown to be reflective and content. d The speaker is shown to be candid and direct. Question 4 (1 point) Read lines 29-30 from the poem. What does the connotation of the word barren imply about the speaker’s attitude towards science and art? a The speaker feels that science and art raise interesting questions. b The speaker feels that science and art are difficult to understand. c The speaker feels that science and art offer very few personal benefits. d The speaker feels that science and art are important to a well-rounded education.