Once Upon a Time

What leads us to believe that the young boy may die, or dies at the end of the story?

What comparisons could be made between the narrator and the family in the story?

• They both are fearful of intruders and live in South Africa

• They both have barbed wire fences around their homes.

• They both have children.

• They both are authors

What is the irony behind behind the title "Once Upon a Time?"

• There were no fairy creatures or magical potions to take.

• We were expecting for a Prince to save the day.

• The family was not truthful about the way they lived, so they got what they deserved.

• The story turns out not to be a fairytale with a happy ending.

Among the themes of the story "Once Upon A Time" are the following...

• Fear for crimes

• Family safety

• Parental love

• All of the above

How does the story explore the theme of socio-economic status?

• through the family's interactions with their affluent neighbors

• through the housemaid's aspirations for a better life

• 15. through the portrayal of the gated community's exclusivity

• 15. through the contrast between the family's wealth and poverty

What is the primary theme of the story 'Once Upon a Time'?

• Fear and security

• Love and romance

• Adventure and exploration

• Magic and fantasy

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Once Upon a Time'?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration

What is the setting of the story 'Once Upon a Time'?

• A magical kingdom

• A suburban neighborhood

• A bustling city

• A remote village

How does the author convey the theme of fear in 'Once Upon a Time'?

• Through the use of dark imagery

• Through the characters' dialogue

• Through the setting description

• Through the plot twists

What is the significance of the title 'Once Upon a Time'?

• It suggests a fairytale beginning

• It indicates a historical event

• It implies a future prediction

• It denotes a scientific theory