Exploring Themes in 'The Veldt' by Ray Bradbury

What does Lydia want George to do at the beginning of the story?

• Buy a new house

• Call a doctor

• Look at the nursery

• Fix the stove

What is the initial reaction of George and Lydia when they enter the nursery?

• They are scared

• They are amazed

• They are confused

• They are bored

What does the nursery transform into when George and Lydia enter?

• A beach

• A city

• A forest

• An African veldt

What does Lydia suggest they do after experiencing the nursery?

• Lock the nursery

• Move to a new house

• Sell the house

• Call a technician

Why does Lydia feel inadequate compared to the house?

• She can't entertain the children

• She can't compete with the house's automation

• She can't clean as efficiently as the house

• She can't cook as well as the stove

What does George suggest they do to take a break from the house?

• Buy a new house

• Move to a new city

• Turn off the house for a few days

• Go on a vacation

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What does George notice about his own behavior in the house?

• He is more productive

• He is more relaxed

• He is more forgetful

• He is more nervous

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What does George reflect on regarding the children's thoughts?

• Their love for animals

• Their fear of the dark

• Their fascination with death

• Their desire to travel

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What does George hear as he approaches the nursery at the end?

• A car's honk

• A lion's roar

• A bird's chirp

• A child's laughter

What does George decide to do just before stepping inside the nursery?

• Call for help

• Lock the door

• Listen against the door

• Turn off the lights