Themes and Characters in 'The Road'

Themes and Characters in 'The Road'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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This video provides a comprehensive summary and analysis of Cormac McCarthy's novel 'The Road'. It covers the author's background, the novel's plot, themes, and character development, focusing on the journey of a father and son in a post-apocalyptic world. The video concludes with additional information about the novel's impact and adaptation into a film.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the original name of Cormac McCarthy?

John

Michael

Cormac

Charles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which award did McCarthy win in 1959 and 1960?

Nobel Prize

Pulitzer Prize

Ingraham Miriam Award

Booker Prize

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which year was 'The Road' published?

2010

2003

2006

2013

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the main characters in 'The Road'?

A father and a son

Two brothers

A mother and daughter

A group of friends

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the setting of 'The Road'?

A medieval village

A post-apocalyptic world

A futuristic city

A bustling metropolis

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges do the father and son face during their journey?

Cannibals and scarcity of resources

Wild animals

Natural disasters

Alien invasion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the father as they reach the ocean?

His health deteriorates

He finds a new home

He becomes healthier

He meets an old friend

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