English 9: Unit 1 Review Guide - Theme and Symbolism

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What is the main problem the parents face with the nursery in 'The Veldt'?

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The kids use the nursery too much, and it becomes dangerous.

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Provide an example of personification from 'There Will Come Soft Rains'.

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The house shuddered, oak bone on bone, its bared skeleton cringing from the heat.

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What does the narrator's choice to travel east in 'By the Waters of Babylon' reveal about him?

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He is curious and seeks knowledge.

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What is exposition in a plot diagram?

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Exposition is the introduction of background information, such as setting, characters, and initial conflict, in a story.

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Why is it forbidden for people to go east in 'By the Waters of Babylon'?

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It is believed to be too dangerous and full of evil spirits.

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Define 'theme' in literature.

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Theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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What is symbolism in literature?

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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Give an example of a common theme in literature.

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The struggle between good and evil.

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What is the significance of setting in a story?

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Setting establishes the time and place of the story, influencing the plot and characters.

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What role does conflict play in a narrative?

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Conflict drives the plot and creates tension between characters or within a character.