Unit 2 Review: Dark They Were

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What is the main event that prevents the family from returning to Earth in 'Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed'?

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An atomic world war breaks out on Earth.

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What is a major theme in 'Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed'?

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Though people often fear and resist it, change is unavoidable in the end.

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What literary device is used in the quote: 'The fear would not be stopped. It had his throat and heart.'?

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Personification.

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What does the word 'forlorn' mean?

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Desolate or abandoned; feeling hopeless.

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If a road is described as 'submerged' in water, what does this imply?

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The road is impossible to navigate.

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What does the term 'theme' refer to in literature?

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The central idea or message conveyed in a story.

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What is personification?

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A literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

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What does 'change is unavoidable' suggest about human experiences?

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It implies that change is a natural part of life that cannot be avoided.

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How does the setting of 'Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed' influence the characters' decisions?

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The Martian setting creates a sense of isolation and new beginnings, affecting their choices.

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What is the significance of the title 'Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed'?

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It reflects the transformation of the characters and their adaptation to a new environment.