The Veldt

Front

What does Wendy set the nursery to when she comes back from the carnival?

Back

Rima and Green Mountains

Front

What does technology do, according to Lydia?

Back

Makes her feel useless

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does Peter respond to George's threat to shut down the house?

Back

Peter threatens George

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is not one of the children's names?

Back

George Hadley

Front

What is the setting of the story?

Back

The futuristic home

Front

What is the significance of the nursery in 'The Veldt'?

Back

The nursery represents the children's control over their environment and their detachment from reality.

Front

How does the story illustrate the theme of technology vs. humanity?

Back

The story shows how technology can replace human relationships and lead to emotional detachment.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What role does the character Lydia play in the story?

Back

Lydia represents the parental figure who feels overwhelmed and marginalized by technology.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the main conflict in 'The Veldt'?

Back

The main conflict is between the parents and the children regarding the control and influence of technology.

Front

How do the children view their parents in 'The Veldt'?

Back

The children view their parents as obstacles to their freedom and desires.