
Themes and Symbols in Roald Dahl's Stories

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English
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9th - 10th Grade
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Hard

Richard Gonzalez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What makes 'The Way Up to Heaven' a popular assignment for students?
Its unexpected twist
Its predictable ending
Its lengthy narrative
Its simple language
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is Roald Dahl's writing style described in the video?
Simple and straightforward
Complex and confusing
Subtle and foreshadowing
Verbose and detailed
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Mrs. Foster's main fear in the story?
Flying
Being late
Missing her family
Losing her luggage
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Mr. Foster's behavior affect Mrs. Foster?
He calms her down
He ignores her
He plays on her fears
He supports her
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the eye twitch in the story?
It indicates happiness
It is a secret wink
It shows anger
It is a sign of illness
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the mouth symbolize in the story?
Fear
Truth
Deception
Silence
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is speculated about Mrs. Foster's actions?
She accidentally left her husband
She planned to leave her husband
She was unaware of her husband's situation
She was forced to leave
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What theme is highlighted by Mr. Foster's behavior?
Love and affection
Neglect and manipulation
Kindness and generosity
Honesty and integrity
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What recurring theme is noted in Roald Dahl's stories?
Supernatural elements
Meek characters committing unexpected acts
Animals as villains
Children as heroes
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