The Veldt Multiple Choice and Matching Flashcard

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader, appealing to the senses.

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Define a simulation room as described in 'The Veldt'.

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A simulation room is a space equipped with sensory technologies that can create realistic scenes based on the thoughts and desires of its users.

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What parenting style is depicted in 'The Veldt'?

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The parents exhibit a selfish and lazy parenting style, relying on technology to raise their children instead of engaging with them.

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Why do the parents feel unhappy in their HappyLife Home?

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They feel non-important and lack a distinct purpose in the home, as their children spend more time in the nursery than with them.

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What is the main dystopian motif in 'The Veldt'?

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The main dystopian motif is 'Freedom vs. Control', highlighting the struggle between personal freedom and the control exerted by technology.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Explain the significance of the nursery in 'The Veldt'.

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The nursery symbolizes the children's desires and the parents' failure to connect with them, serving as a reflection of their emotional state.

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What role does technology play in 'The Veldt'?

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Technology serves as both a tool for convenience and a source of conflict, ultimately leading to the family's disconnection and tragedy.

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What does the term 'dystopia' mean?

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Dystopia refers to an imagined society that is undesirable or frightening, often characterized by oppressive societal control and the illusion of a perfect society.