Hills Like White Elephants

How does this story reflect Hemingway's "iceberg theory" about writing? Do you think that his strategy of omission served this story well? Why or why not? Answer in at least 5-7 sentences.

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What is the setting of "Hills Like White Elephants"?

• A bustling city center

• A quiet countryside farm

• A train station in Spain

• A beach in California

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From which point of view is "Hills Like White Elephants" narrated?

• First person

• Second person

• Third person limited

• Third person omniscient

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Discuss the significance of the story's title, "Hills Like White Elephants". How does the title relate to themes and symbols in the story, and what does it suggest about the characters' situation and choices? Use quotes from the text to support your answer- do not Google your answers.

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What is Hemingway's writing style in "Hills Like White Elephants"?

• Overly descriptive and detailed

• Direct and to the point

• Poetic and flowery

• Confusing and unclear

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Analyze the use of dialogue in "Hills Like White Elephants". How does Hemingway use dialogue to reveal character, build tension, and convey the underlying themes of the story? Use quotes from the text to support your answer- do not Google your answers.

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What do the hills symbolize in the story?

• Obstacles to overcome

• The beauty of nature

• The permanence of change

• Choices and possibilities

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Which theme is most prominent in the story?

• Adventure and exploration

• Emotional distance and lack of communication

• Love and romance

• War and peace

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What is the primary conflict in 'Hills Like White Elephants'?

• A) A disagreement over travel plans

• B) A decision about a medical procedure

• C) A financial dispute

• D) A misunderstanding about a letter

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Which literary device is most prominently used in 'Hills Like White Elephants'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Hyperbole

• C) Alliteration

• D) Personification

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