First Flight (Poem): Fire and Ice

Topics in this chapter

• Fire and Ice Themes
• Symbolism and Metaphor
• Poetic Devices and Structure
• Speaker Tone and Attitude
• Human Nature and Philosophy
• Comprehension and Vocabulary
• Poet and Poem Context

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-B443E5

   What does 'fire' symbolize in Robert Frost's poem 'Fire and Ice'?

   1. A.Deep love and affection
   2. B.Greed, conflict, and burning desire
   3. C.Cold indifference and hatred
   4. D.Wisdom and peace
   See the answer and solution
2. Question 2Q-CC5B55

   What does 'ice' represent according to the speaker in 'Fire and Ice'?

   1. A.Pure joy and happiness
   2. B.Physical freezing temperatures
   3. C.Hatred, coldness, and indifference
   4. D.Spiritual awakening
   See the answer and solution
3. Question 3Q-15DC01

   Which two opposing views of the world's end are discussed in the poem?

   1. A.Destruction by fire and destruction by ice
   2. B.Destruction by water and destruction by wind
   3. C.Destruction by war and destruction by disease
   4. D.Destruction by science and destruction by nature
   See the answer and solution
4. Question 4Q-68750D

   Whose scientific theory regarding the end of the world inspired Robert Frost to write this poem?

   1. A.Albert Einstein's theory of relativity
   2. B.Charles Darwin's theory of evolution
   3. C.An astronomer's debate on whether the world will freeze or burn up
   4. D.Isaac Newton's laws of motion
   See the answer and solution
5. Question 5Q-FC0016

   What is the underlying tone of Robert Frost's poem 'Fire and Ice'?

   1. A.Optimistic and celebratory
   2. B.Restrained, dark, and reflective
   3. C.Angry and rebellious
   4. D.Humorous and satirical
   See the answer and solution