Literary Themes Comparison Quiz

What theme is common to both "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant and "Civil Peace" by Chinua Achebe?

• The impact of technology on society

• The struggle between good and evil

• The consequences of greed and materialism

• The importance of family ties

How do the settings of "The Necklace" and "Civil Peace" influence the central themes of the stories?

• Both settings emphasize the opulence and wealth of the main characters.

• The settings highlight the economic disparities that drive the characters' decisions.

• Both settings are purely fictional and do not affect the themes.

• The settings are used to underscore the peaceful lives of the characters before the conflicts begin.

In "The Necklace," how does Madame Loisel's perspective on wealth contrast with Jonathan Iwegbu's perspective in "Civil Peace"?

• Madame Loisel sees wealth as essential for happiness, while Jonathan values peace over material wealth.

• Both characters view wealth as unimportant and focus on spiritual growth.

• Madame Loisel despises wealth, whereas Jonathan strives to acquire as much as possible.

• Both characters are indifferent to wealth and focus solely on survival.

What is the role of irony in both "The Necklace" and "Civil Peace"?

• Irony is used to create humor in both stories.

• Irony highlights the unexpected outcomes of the characters' actions.

• There is no use of irony in either story.

• Irony is used to criticize the political systems depicted in the stories.

How do the resolutions of "The Necklace" and "Civil Peace" contribute to their overarching themes?

• Both stories end with the characters achieving great wealth and happiness.

• The resolutions emphasize the futility of pursuing wealth at the expense of personal integrity.

• Both stories conclude with the characters continuing to struggle without resolution.

• The resolutions show the characters learning to embrace a minimalist lifestyle.

Compare and contrast the character development of Madame Loisel in "The Necklace" and Jonathan Iwegbu in "Civil Peace."

• Both characters develop a deeper appreciation for their families.

• Madame Loisel grows more materialistic, while Jonathan becomes more spiritually oriented.

• Madame Loisel learns humility, while Jonathan learns to be more assertive.

• Both characters experience little personal growth throughout their stories.

What literary devices are prominently used in both "The Necklace" and "Civil Peace" to enhance the thematic expressions?

• Alliteration and onomatopoeia

• Symbolism and irony

• Hyperbole and personification

• Metaphor and simile

How do the authors of "The Necklace" and "Civil Peace" use the supporting characters to develop the protagonists?

• Supporting characters are mainly antagonists that challenge the protagonists.

• They serve as mirrors to reflect the protagonists' desires and flaws.

• Supporting characters are largely irrelevant to the development of the protagonists.

• They are used solely to provide comic relief in the narratives.

What is the significance of the titles "The Necklace" and "Civil Peace" in relation to the stories' themes?

• Both titles are meant to mislead the reader about the content of the stories.

• "The Necklace" symbolizes vanity and deception, while "Civil Peace" symbolizes resilience and survival.

• Both titles indicate a focus on historical events rather than personal stories.

• The titles have no deeper significance beyond their literal meanings.

In what ways do the endings of "The Necklace" and "Civil Peace" reflect the moral lessons intended by the authors?

• Both endings reinforce the virtue of honesty and the dangers of deceit.

• The endings highlight the unpredictability of life and the limited control characters have over their fates.

• They demonstrate the rewards of greed and the pursuit of material wealth.

• Both stories conclude with a clear victory for the protagonists, underscoring the benefits of perseverance.