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“Homework! Oh, Homework!”
Explain the reason you think the speaker despises homework
so much.
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By Jack Prelutsky
How old do you think the speaker is? What in the
poem leads you to believe they are that age? Be
sure to cite the poem to support your answer.
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Illustrate your favorite line (or two) of the poem.
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The speaker states that homework is last on their
list (line 13.) Explain what would be first on your
list.
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Why is this your favorite part of the poem?
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Questions or comments for discussion in class:
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