Rober Cormier

What is Robert Cormier best known for?

• His light-hearted children's books.

• His novels aimed at young adults that explore dark themes.

•  His poetry about nature.

• His non-fiction essays on journalism.

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Where was Robert Cormier born, and where did he spend most of his life?

• New York City, New York

• Leominster, Massachusetts

•  Los Angeles, California

• Chicago, Illinois

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What profession did Cormier work in before becoming a full-time writer?

• Teacher

• Journalist

•  Lawyer

• Doctor

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1. Which of the following novels is not written by Robert Cormier?

• "The Chocolate War"

• "I Am the Cheese"

• "The Catcher in the Rye"

• "After the First Death"

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What themes are commonly found in Cormier's novels?

• Adventure and exploration

• Magic and fantasy

•  Adolescence, authority, and the darker aspects of human nature

• Space exploration and the future

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What controversial aspect of Cormier's work has led to both praise and challenges?

• His detailed historical settings.

• His exploration of dark themes and moral complexities.

• His use of science fiction elements.

• His focus on animal protagonists.

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“The Chocolate War" is primarily about:

• The struggles of running a family-owned chocolate factory.

• The competition between two chocolate shops in a small town.

• Cruelty and manipulation within a private boys' school.

• A worldwide shortage of chocolate leading to global conflict.

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Reread the first paragraph. Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the word unflinching.

• 1. weak 

• Not frightened of or not trying to avoid something dangerous and unpleasant.

• afraid

• insecure

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