There Will Come Soft Rains

Front

What is the main theme of 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

While technology has many benefits, it also has the power to destroy, so be careful what you create.

Front

What is unusual about the characters in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

They are all machines/robots.

Front

How does the voice clock react when no one responds to it?

Back

It continues doing its job.

Front

Identify the sentence that contains personification in the story.

Back

At ten o'clock the house began to die.

Front

What do the 'tremulous white' walls refer to in the context of the story?

Back

They refer to the walls of the outside of the house where the silhouettes of the family are burned into the wall.

Front

Define personification.

Back

Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities.

Front

What is the significance of technology in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

The story illustrates the dual nature of technology, showcasing its benefits and potential for destruction.

Front

What literary device is used when the house is described as 'dying'?

Back

This is an example of personification.

Front

What does the story suggest about the relationship between humans and technology?

Back

It suggests that while technology can enhance life, it can also lead to catastrophic consequences if misused.

Front

What role does the setting play in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

Back

The setting emphasizes the isolation and desolation caused by human absence due to technology's destructive capabilities.