Once Upon a Time

What is the central theme of "Once Upon a Time"?

• love conquers all

• the dangers of raising children in a modern world

• the consequences of fear and paranoia

• the pursuit of happiness

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What does the family do to protect themselves from potential threats?

• build a high fence topped with barbed wire

• install a security system

• hire armed guards

• all of the above

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What is the significance of the storybook found by the boy?

• It contains a magical spell.

• It tells the story of the family's past.

• It foreshadows events to come.

• It symbolizes innocence and nostalgia.

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Why does the family initially refuse to heed the warnings about security?

• They believe they are safe in their gated community.

• They don't trust the source of the warnings.

• They think the warnings are exaggerated.

• all of the above

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What ultimately leads to the tragedy at the end of the story?

• the family's negligence

• the boy's curiosity

• the intrusion of an outsider

• the collapse of the fence

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What is the main lesson or message conveyed in "Once Upon a Time"?

• the imporance of community solidarity

• the consequences of isolation and fear

• the power of redemption and forgiveness

• the inevitability of tragedy in modern society

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

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What role does the husband play in the family's response to the perceived threats?

• He is the voice of reason.

• He is the one who suggests extreme security measures

• He is the one who dismisses the warnings.

• He doesn't care what his wife does.

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What does the family's reaction to the noises outside their home suggest about their mindset?

• They are overly cautious.

• They are overly trusting.

• They are indifferent to danger.

• They are paranoid.

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What is the significance of the story's title, "Once Upon a Time"?

• It suggests a fairy tale-like quality to the narrative.

• It signifies the passage of time and change.

• It hints at a nostalgic longing for the past.

• It reflects the cyclical nature of human behavior.

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15. How does the story explore the theme of socio-economic status?

• through the family's interactions with their affluent neighbors

• through the housemaid's aspirations for a better life

• 15. through the portrayal of the gated community's exclusivity

• 15. through the contrast between the family's wealth and poverty

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