Passing by Nella Larsen

What is the main theme of Nella Larsen's 'Passing'?

• Racial identity and passing

• Romantic relationships

• Economic struggles

• War and peace

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which character in 'Passing' struggles with their racial identity?

• Irene Redfield

• Clare Kendry

• Brian Redfield

• Gertrude Martin

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What literary device is predominantly used in 'Passing' to explore the characters' internal conflicts?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Foreshadowing

• Symbolism

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

In 'Passing', what does Clare Kendry's character symbolize?

• Freedom

• Deception

• Courage

• Ambition

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which city is the primary setting for 'Passing'?

• New York

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

• Boston

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is the significance of the title 'Passing'?

• It refers to passing exams

• It refers to passing time

• It refers to racial passing

• It refers to passing laws

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

How does Nella Larsen use dialogue in 'Passing' to develop characters?

• To reveal their inner thoughts

• To create suspense

• To describe the setting

• To introduce new characters

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What is the relationship between Irene Redfield and Clare Kendry in 'Passing'?

• Sisters

• Friends

• Cousins

• Colleagues

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Which narrative perspective is used in 'Passing'?

• First-person

• Second-person

• Third-person limited

• Third-person omniscient

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What event causes tension between Irene and Clare in 'Passing'?

• A family reunion

• A social gathering

• A business meeting

• A school event

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2