Review for Unit 1 Test

What is the main theme of "The Most Dangerous Game"?

• True friendship can stand in the face of challenges.

• People are meant to be reasonable and not like violent animals.

• The power of love overcomes all problems.

• Education will provide people freedom from violence.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In "The Cask of Amontillado," what is the setting of the story?

• A sunny beach

• A carnival and catacombs

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the protagonist in "The Lady or the Tiger?"

• The king

• The princess

• The young man

• The tiger

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which word best describes the mood in "The Veldt"?

• Joyful

• Bleak

• Humorous

• Romantic

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the meaning of the word "debacle" as used in "The Most Dangerous Game"?

• A small victory

• A complete failure

• A minor inconvenience

• A great success

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how the motif of the jungle in "The Most Dangerous Game" contributes to the story's theme.

• It represents the beauty of nature.

• It symbolizes the chaos and unpredictability of life.

• It highlights the importance of survival skills.

• It shows the peacefulness of the island.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does the use of setting in "The Cask of Amontillado" enhance the story's atmosphere?

• It makes the story more humorous.

• It creates a sense of tension and suspense

• It simplifies the language for readers.

• It adds a musical quality to the dialogue.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the conflict in "The Lady or the Tiger?" and its impact on the story's climax.

• The conflict is between the king and the princess, leading to a peaceful resolution.

• The conflict is internal within the princess, leading to an ambiguous (unclear) climax.

• The conflict is between the young man and the tiger, leading to a violent climax.

• The conflict is between the king and the young man, leading to a clear resolution.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Discuss the allegory present in "The Veldt" and its significance to the story's theme.

• The veldt represents a utopian society, highlighting the benefits of technology.

• The veldt symbolizes the dangers of unchecked technology, emphasizing the loss of human connection.

• The veldt is a metaphor for childhood innocence, showing the purity of imagination.

• The veldt illustrates the beauty of nature, promoting environmental conservation.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What role does the antagonist play in "The Most Dangerous Game"?

• The antagonist helps the protagonist find peace.

• The antagonist challenges the protagonist's morals and survival skills.

• The antagonist supports the protagonist's goals.

• The antagonist is a minor character with little impact.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept