Literary Analysis: Themes and Characters

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What does the behavior of the other animals in response to Lion suggest about their character?

They are confrontational and aggressive.

They are cunning and deceptive.

They are sympathetic and protective. (correct)

They are indifferent to danger.

How did the arrival of Lion affect the lives of the other animals?

It disrupted their previously happy existence. (correct)

It encouraged teamwork among the animals.

It provided them with more resources.

It made them more selfish and cruel.

Which of the following best illustrates Hare's role in the story?

Hare displays physical strength to confront Lion.

Hare becomes frightened and hides from Lion.

Hare is indifferent to the challenges posed by Lion.

Hare uses intelligence to protect the other animals. (correct)

What emotion do the other animals likely feel about Lion's behavior?

Fear and concern. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the setting before Lion moved in?

It was peaceful with ample resources. Signup and view all the answers

What does Nana's reaction to Adjoa winning the cup reveal about her character?

She is proud and values family recognition. Signup and view all the answers

What reasoning does Nana use to support Adjoa's education?

Adjoa's physical traits make her unlikely to marry. Signup and view all the answers

Why might the grandmother's criticism of the little girl's legs be viewed as outdated?

Her concerns are centered on traditional gender roles. Signup and view all the answers

How do the other women perceive the grandmother's actions in stanza 2?

They are offended and view her actions negatively. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'between the door and the mirror' symbolize in the author's view?

A space containing both limitation and potential. Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the required wearing of face masks and social distancing during the pandemic of coronavirus disease in 2021?

Mandatory Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the development of human society that helps recognize patterns and trends?

Civilization Signup and view all the answers

In a group project, what is important to consider in order to find the best solution?

Perspective Signup and view all the answers

What type of approach is often necessary in a rapidly changing environment to adapt and succeed?

Dynamic Signup and view all the answers

In chess, what can a pawn become if it reaches the other side of the board?

Successor Signup and view all the answers

Identify the appositive in the sentence: 'The poet Robert Browning had an innovative style in his poems.'

Robert Browning Signup and view all the answers

Which interrogative pronoun correctly completes the sentence: '____ was used in filming the new movie?'

Where Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate prefix to add to the word 'respect' to indicate a lack of respect?

Dis- Signup and view all the answers

Choose the correct personal pronoun to use in the sentence: 'When Suzan and I visited Stockholm, ____ must have walked twenty miles in three days!'

we Signup and view all the answers

What suffix should be added to the word 'color' to mean 'without color'?

-less Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Literature Questions

The reader can infer Lion's selfishness and cruelty from the animals' concern for their children's safety.

"The Dinner of the Lion" - Textual Evidence

Hare is a clever problem-solver who looks out for other animals when he tricks Lion into falling into a well.

Nana and Adjoa

Nana is proud of Adjoa winning the cup.
Nana believes Adjoa's thin legs will prevent her from marriage and childbirth, thus advocating for her education.
The grandmother's criticism of Adjoa's legs is rooted in traditional values emphasizing childbearing and work.
The other women are disgusted by the grandmother's actions.

The Speaker's Perspective

The speaker observes a conflict in the restroom but ultimately chooses to remain neutral.
The speaker perceives the situation between the door and the mirror as constricted yet open to possibilities.
The speaker acts as a bridge between two distinct perspectives, representing an intermediary role.

Vocabulary

Mandatory: Required by law or rules.
Civilization: The process of human society development.
Perspective: A particular way of viewing something.
Dynamic: Constantly changing or active.
Successor: Someone who takes over a role.
Reflection: To show or represent an image or thought.
Voluntary: Done out of one’s own free will.
Matron: An older woman in charge of a place or group.
Emerged: To appear or come out of something.

Grammar

Appositives*
The restaurant on the corner (sentence 1)
Robert Browning (sentence 2)
Interrogative Pronouns*
What (sentence 3 & 4)
Whom (sentence 5)
Pronoun Agreement*
we (sentence 1)
one (sentence 2)
he/she (sentence 3)
Prefixes*
disrespect (sentence 4)
Suffixes*
colorless (sentence 5)

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This quiz explores various themes and character dynamics from notable literary texts. It examines concepts like selfishness in 'The Dinner of the Lion', familial expectations in the story of Nana and Adjoa, and the nuanced perspectives of the speaker in a conflict. Engage with these texts to deepen your understanding of literary analysis.