Shawshank Redemption Anticipation Guide

What is the primary theme of 'The Shawshank Redemption'?

• Hope and perseverance

• Betrayal and revenge

• Love and friendship

• War and peace

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Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Shawshank Redemption' to convey the passage of time?

• Metaphor

• Flashback

• Foreshadowing

• Imagery

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In 'The Shawshank Redemption', what does the library symbolize?

• Freedom and escape

• Wealth and power

• Fear and oppression

• Love and friendship

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Who is the author of the novella that inspired 'The Shawshank Redemption'?

• Stephen King

• J.K. Rowling

• George Orwell

• Mark Twain

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What is the setting of 'The Shawshank Redemption'?

• A futuristic city

• A rural village

• A prison

• A deserted island

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Which character in 'The Shawshank Redemption' is known for saying, 'Get busy living, or get busy dying'?

• Andy Dufresne

• Red

• Warden Norton

• Tommy

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What genre does 'The Shawshank Redemption' primarily belong to?

• Science fiction

• Romantic comedy

• Drama

• Fantasy

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In 'The Shawshank Redemption', what does the character Andy Dufresne use to escape from prison?

• A spoon

• A hammer

• A rock hammer

• A knife

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Which of the following best describes the narrative style of 'The Shawshank Redemption'?

• First-person

• Second-person

• Third-person limited

• Third-person omniscient

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What is the significance of the poster in Andy Dufresne's cell in 'The Shawshank Redemption'?

• It covers a hole in the wall

• It is a gift from Red

• It represents his love for art

• It is a symbol of his innocence

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