The Road by Cormac

Which of these are characters in the Road? (3 correct)

• The Man

• The Boy

• The Wanderer

• The Thief

What year was The Road published?

• 2006

• 2004

• 2012

• 2000

Cormac McCarthy first had the idea for The Road While on a trip to El Paso with is 4 year old son

• True

• False

Cormac McCarthy follows the rules of Direct Speech in The Road (" ",)

• True

• False

What is a post-apocalyptic book?

• One that's on sale

• One that tells the story of humans surviving after some world-ending disaster

• A story of two people falling in-love

• Usually about the end of civilisation

People Believe the apocalyptic event in The Road was caused by...

• A Medical Pandemic

• The rise of sentient robots

• Climate Change

• Endless war

What is the central theme in the first 100 pages of "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy?

• The journey of a father and son through a post-apocalyptic world.

• The rebuilding of society after a disaster.

• The exploration of a new planet.

• The development of advanced technology.

In the first 100 pages, how does the author depict the bleakness of the setting?

• By describing the vibrant colors of the landscape.

• By detailing the abundance of wildlife.

• By using dark and desolate imagery.

• By focusing on the bustling cities.

What is the significance of the road in the story?

• It represents the path to a new civilization.

• It symbolizes the journey and struggle for survival.

• It is a boundary between two warring factions.

• It is a place where they find food and shelter.

In the initial chapters, how does the father demonstrate his affection and care for his son?

• By teaching him how to hunt.

• By telling him stories of the past.

• By protecting him from danger and providing food.

• By building a house for them to live in.