Coraline by Neil Gaiman Quiz
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What is the genre of Neil Gaiman's novel 'Coraline'?

  • Science fiction
  • Fantasy (correct)
  • Historical fiction
  • Mystery
  • Which character in 'Coraline' is a creation of the Beldam, resembling Mr. Jones?

  • Coraline Jones
  • Mrs. Jones
  • Other Father (correct)
  • Other Mother
  • What is the characteristic that best describes Coraline Jones?

  • Introverted and reserved
  • Docile and submissive
  • Adventurous and curious (correct)
  • Timid and shy
  • What does a dowsing rod do when held over ground in which water, metal, etc, is to be found?

    <p>It moves or dips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What class do terrestrial chelicerate arthropods, characterized by simple eyes and four pairs of legs, belong to?

    <p>Arachnida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are Mr. and Mrs. Jones available in Neil Gaiman's 'Coraline'?

    <p>Most of the time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the genre of the story 'Coraline'?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who acts as a mentor to Coraline and guides her through her journey?

    <p>The cat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the button eyes of the Other Mother signify in the story?

    <p>She is a puppet or creature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significant difference in appearance between the Other Mother and Coraline's real mother meant to indicate?

    <p>The Other Mother was fabricated by Coraline's subconscious wishes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characters were used to try to help trick Coraline Jones into staying in the Other World?

    <p>Other Wybie, Spink &amp; Forcible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the spirits of three children who were previous victims of Beldam?

    <p>The Ghost Children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Coraline' can be classified as which type of fiction?

    <p>'Coraline' is a speculative fiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Coraline' gains 'Other Parents' in the story. What do 'Other Parents' refer to?

    <p>'Other Parents' are characters created by Beldam to deceive Coraline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Coraline' challenges the Other Mother for the souls of the ghost children and her parents. What does this challenge signify about Coraline's character?

    <p>'Coraline' shows bravery and determination in standing up against the Other Mother</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Coraline' lives happily ever after at the end. What does this suggest about the resolution of the story?

    <p>'Coraline' ends with a positive and satisfying resolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme explored in the excerpt from 'The Unborn Child' by Saja Abraham?

    <p>Quest for self-knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of the author, Saja Abraham, is mentioned in the excerpt provided?

    <p>Becoming a missionary at a young age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What promise does the unborn child make in the poem 'A Prayer from the Womb'?

    <p>Not to pull at the mother's gown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the letter from the unborn child, what emotion does the child express towards the mother?

    <p>Gratitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant decision does the unborn child express understanding towards in the poem 'A Prayer from the Womb'?

    <p>The decision to throw the child out of the mother's system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the information provided, where is Saja Abraham currently employed?

    <p>Oman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main emotional tone of the text?

    <p>Sad and worried</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From the baby's perspective, what does the line 'Don’t you guys want me anymore' suggest?

    <p>The baby feels unloved and unwanted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the excerpt 'Is it a new toy. Hey. It’s sucking up my house… Please… don’t tug at me' convey?

    <p>The baby's distress and discomfort during the abortion procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From the perspective of the baby, why does the mother's decision to have an abortion cause distress?

    <p>The baby feels abandoned and rejected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text portray the emotional impact of abortion on the unborn child?

    <p>The text highlights the child's awareness and emotional suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the baby plead 'Mommy, stop them, that’s my hand' during the abortion procedure?

    <p>To indicate a sense of ownership and attachment to its body parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does '17 years have gone by since you made that fateful decision' imply about the mother?

    <p>The mother regretted her decision for 17 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Post-abortion care, inhumane and degrading treatment to women' refers to which aspect of abortion?

    <p>'Inhumane and degrading treatment' experienced during abortion procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Do you think it is time for the Philippines to decriminalize abortion despite its strict religious dogmas?' aligns with which global discussion?

    <p>'Decriminalization of abortion'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'If you were the baby, would you rather be born in such miserable and godless world, or just be denied by life.' reflects which perspective?

    <p>'Moral dilemma related to existence'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Coraline by Neil Gaiman

    • The novel 'Coraline' is classified as a dark fantasy/horror story.
    • The character that resembles Mr. Jones and is a creation of the Beldam is the Other Father.
    • Coraline Jones is characterized by her bravery and resourcefulness.
    • The dowsing rod is used to locate hidden water, metal, or other objects by responding to their presence when held over the ground.
    • Terrestrial chelicerate arthropods, characterized by simple eyes and four pairs of legs, belong to the class Arachnida.
    • Mr. and Mrs. Jones are unavailable and distracted, which leaves Coraline to explore the new house and discover the secret world.
    • The cat acts as a mentor to Coraline and guides her through her journey.
    • The button eyes of the Other Mother signify her artificial and unnatural nature.
    • The significant difference in appearance between the Other Mother and Coraline's real mother is meant to indicate the contrast between the two worlds and the characters' true identities.
    • The characters used to try to help trick Coraline Jones into staying in the Other World are the Other Mother and the Other Father.
    • The spirits of three children who were previous victims of Beldam are the ghost children.

    Theme and Characters

    • 'Coraline' can be classified as a type of dark fantasy fiction.
    • The 'Other Parents' in the story refer to the Beldam's creations that resemble Coraline's real parents.
    • Coraline's challenge to the Other Mother for the souls of the ghost children and her parents signifies her bravery and willingness to protect others.
    • The ending of the story, where Coraline lives happily ever after, suggests a resolution where Coraline has learned to appreciate her real life and family.

    The Unborn Child by Saja Abraham

    • The main theme explored in the excerpt is the emotional impact of abortion on the unborn child.
    • The characteristic of the author, Saja Abraham, mentioned in the excerpt is that she is currently employed as a program coordinator.
    • The unborn child makes a promise to love and forgive the mother in the poem 'A Prayer from the Womb'.
    • The emotion the child expresses towards the mother is love and a desire to be loved.
    • The unborn child expresses understanding towards the mother's decision to have an abortion.
    • The main emotional tone of the text is one of sadness and longing.

    Abortion and its Implications

    • The line 'Don’t you guys want me anymore' suggests the unborn child's sense of rejection and abandonment.
    • The excerpt 'Is it a new toy.Hey.It’s sucking up my house… Please… don’t tug at me' conveys the unborn child's distress and discomfort during the abortion procedure.
    • The unborn child's distress is caused by the mother's decision to have an abortion, which is perceived as a rejection of their life.
    • The text portrays the emotional impact of abortion on the unborn child as a traumatic and painful experience.
    • The baby pleads 'Mommy, stop them, that’s my hand' during the abortion procedure to convey a sense of desperation and helplessness.
    • '17 years have gone by since you made that fateful decision' implies that the mother has been living with the guilt and consequences of her decision for a long time.
    • 'Post-abortion care, inhumane and degrading treatment to women' refers to the negative and often abusive treatment of women after undergoing an abortion.
    • The discussion about decriminalizing abortion in the Philippines despite its strict religious dogmas aligns with the global discussion on reproductive rights and women's access to healthcare.
    • The question 'If you were the baby, would you rather be born in such miserable and godless world, or just be denied by life' reflects the perspective of the unborn child, questioning the value of their existence in a world that may not want them.

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    Test your knowledge about the novel 'Coraline' written by Neil Gaiman. Explore the darkly humorous and richly imagined fantasy world depicted in the book, and dive into the psychological journey of the protagonist.

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