Flannery O'Connor's 'A Good Man is Hard to Find' Quiz

Character Analysis: Describe the personality traits of the grandmother in 'A Good Man is Hard to Find.'

• Manipulative, self-centered, judgmental

• Strict, disciplined, organized

• Adventurous, carefree, open-minded

• Kind, compassionate, understanding

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Character Analysis: How does the Misfit's character contribute to the overall theme of the story?

• The Misfit's character represents the triumph of good over evil.

• The Misfit's character symbolizes peace and harmony.

• The Misfit's character represents moral ambiguity and the struggle between good and evil.

• The Misfit's character has no impact on the overall theme of the story.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.9

Theme Identification: What is the main theme of 'A Good Man is Hard to Find' and how is it developed throughout the story?

• The main theme is the importance of family bonding.

• The main theme is the celebration of individualism and independence.

• The main theme is the pursuit of wealth and material possessions.

• The main theme is the concept of grace and redemption.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Theme Identification: What is the significance of the title "A Good Man is Hard to Find" in relation to the story's themes.

• It reflects the difficulty in finding genuine goodness and moral values in the characters.

• It highlights the lack of moral values in the story

• It is ironic and suggests that finding a good man is easy and common.

• It implies that the characters in the story are all good people.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Symbolism Interpretation: What does the Misfit's car symbolize in the story?

• Safety and security

• Power and control

• Freedom and liberation

• Wealth and prosperity

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Symbolism Interpretation: Analyze the significance of the grandmother's hat as a symbol in "A Good Man is Hard to Find."

• The grandmother's hat symbolizes her love for nature and the outdoors.

• The grandmother's hat symbolizes her intelligence and wisdom.

• The grandmother's hat symbolizes her rebellious nature and desire for freedom.

• The grandmother's hat symbolizes her superficiality and desire for respectability.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Plot Comprehension: Describe the sequence of events that lead to the family's encounter with the Misfit.

• The family encounters the Misfit while on their way to a family reunion.

• The family encounters the Misfit after their car breaks down on the side of the road and they seek help from a passing stranger.

• The family encounters the Misfit after taking a detour to see an old plantation house, which leads them to a secluded area where they encounter the criminal.

• The family encounters the Misfit after winning a lottery and celebrating at a fancy restaurant.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Plot Comprehension: How does the climax of the story contribute to the overall message of "A Good Man is Hard to Find"?

• The climax shows that people cannot not change who they are.

• It reveals the true nature of the characters and the consequences of their actions.

• The climax has no impact on the overall message.

• The climax is irrelevant to the characters' development.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Literary Devices Recognition: Identify and explain the use of foreshadowing in the story.

• Foreshadowing is seen in the story when the family stops at a gas station, indicating a future conflict with the attendant.

• The use of foreshadowing in the story is evident when the family discusses their vacation plans, foreshadowing the eventual change of direction in their journey.

• The use of foreshadowing in the story is when the family has a car accident, which hints at the upcoming danger they will face.

• The use of foreshadowing in the story is evident when the grandmother mentions the Misfit early in the story, hinting at the eventual encounter with him later on.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Literary Devices Recognition: Which character can best be characterized as having an epiphany during the climax of "A Good Man is Hard to Find."

• The grandmother

• The Misfit

• Bailey

• Red Sam

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4