There Will Come Soft Rains

Front

What does the voice clock do when no one responds to it?

Back

It continues doing its job.

Front

How would you describe the tone of the house's announcements?

Back

Pleasant.

Front

What is unusual about the characters in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

They are all machines/robots.

Front

What is the setting of 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

August 4, 2026, after a nuclear blast.

Front

What is a key theme of 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

While technology has many benefits, it also has the power to destroy, so be careful what you create.

Front

What literary device is used to describe the house's actions in the story?

Back

Personification.

Front

What is the significance of the title 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

It suggests a return to nature and the inevitability of time, despite human absence.

Front

How does the story illustrate the relationship between technology and humanity?

Back

It shows that technology can function independently of humans, highlighting both its benefits and dangers.

Front

What event has led to the setting of 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

A nuclear blast.

Front

What role does the house play in the story?

Back

It serves as a symbol of human innovation and the consequences of technological advancement.