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How Well Do You Know “Yonder Comes Sin” Quiz

Bob Dylan

How Well Do You Know "Yonder Comes Sin" Quiz

Question 1

What central theme is explored in "Yonder Comes Sin"?

A
Redemption through wealth
B
Joy of material success
C
Hypocrisy and spiritual blindness
D
Romantic longing
E
Historical injustice
Question 1 Explanation: 
The lyrics criticize outward religiosity and moral posturing while highlighting inward corruption and sin.
Question 2

What does the speaker imply about the person he addresses?

A
They are spiritually pure
B
They walk with God closely
C
Their actions betray their words
D
They are a victim of oppression
E
They are truly repentant
Question 2 Explanation: 
The speaker highlights the disconnect between the person’s speech and their actions, indicating hypocrisy.
Question 3

In the second stanza, what does the color imagery (eyes, blood, bones) signify?

A
Diversity and unity
B
Physical beauty
C
Superiority of certain races
D
Emotional detachment
E
Class difference
Question 3 Explanation: 
Despite physical differences, all humans share the same essence—blood and bones—signaling unity.
Question 4

What is the meaning of the line “vomiting up jewels, vomiting up riches”?

A
Losing everything
B
Rejecting materialism
C
Physical illness
D
Sharing treasures
E
Gaining wealth
Question 4 Explanation: 
This line reflects the violent and grotesque rejection of material excess
Question 5

What role do the “six wild horses” play in the lyrics?

A
Literal animals the speaker admires
B
Symbols of freedom
C
Instruments of judgment
D
Creatures from a dream
E
Representation of truth or vision unseen by the blind
Question 5 Explanation: 
The horses symbolize spiritual truths that the other character is blind to.
Question 6

What tone does the line “Put a knife in your back while talking about the weather” convey?

A
Ironic and accusatory
B
Joyful
C
Encouraging
D
Poetic and romantic
E
Nostalgic
Question 6 Explanation: 
It reflects treachery and duplicity—hiding harm behind pleasant conversation.
Question 7

What literary device is used in "vomiting up jewels"?

A
Simile
B
Irony
C
Hyperbole
D
Onomatopoeia
E
Alliteration
Question 7 Explanation: 
The phrase is an exaggerated image to convey intense revulsion toward riches.
Question 8

The speaker’s reference to “my brother’s blood is crying from the grave” is an allusion to

A
The crucifixion of Christ
B
The story of Cain and Abel
C
The Book of Revelation
D
The Book of Revelation
E
Greek mythology
Question 8 Explanation: 
It's a clear biblical allusion to the murder of Abel and God's response
Question 9

“Look at your hands... Look at your feet...” is a call to:

A
Dance
B
Repent through physical action
C
Wash up before prayer
D
Examine one’s past actions and paths
E
Embrace nature
Question 9 Explanation: 
It's an invitation to reflect on moral and spiritual behavior.
Question 10

The repeated use of "Yonder comes sin" serves as:

A
A prophecy
B
A moral alarm bell
C
An invitation
D
A farewell
E
A celebration
Question 10 Explanation: 
The refrain acts as a warning, emphasizing sin’s constant arrival.
Question 11

What best describes the speaker's perspective overall?

A
Romantic and symbolic
B
Detached and neutral
C
Passionate and prophetic
D
Cynical and judgmental
E
Hopeful and naive
Question 11 Explanation: 
The speaker comes across as a prophet warning against moral compromise.
Question 12

What does the speaker urge the listener to do indirectly?

A
Reflect and repent
B
Speak more convincingly
C
Hide from sin
D
Seek revenge
E
Travel abroad
Question 12 Explanation: 
Through imagery and contrast, the speaker is urging repentance and spiritual self-awareness.
There are 12 questions to complete.

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