English Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Who wrote the narrative poem Sonnet 18?

  1. Alexander Pope

  2. William Blake

  3. Robert Frost

  4. William Shakespeare

The correct answer is: William Shakespeare

Shakespeare wrote the narrative poem Sonnet 18, also known as "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?" While options A, B, and C are also well-known poets, they did not write this specific poem. Option A, Alexander Pope, was an 18th century English poet known for his satirical and moralistic works. Option B, William Blake, wrote poetry during the Romantic era and is known for his spiritual and mystical themes. Option C, Robert Frost, was an American poet who wrote about rural life and nature. However, none of these poets wrote Sonnet 18. The correct answer is D, William Shakespeare, a renowned poet and playwright from the Elizabethan era.

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