The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

How does daydreaming serve as an escape mechanism for Walter Mitty?

• Daydreaming makes Walter Mitty more anxious

• Daydreaming helps Walter Mitty face reality better

• Daydreaming causes Walter Mitty to become more productive

• Daydreaming allows Walter Mitty to mentally transport himself to exciting and adventurous scenarios, providing an escape from his mundane real-life situations.

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Discuss the themes of reality vs. fantasy in 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty'.

• The themes of reality vs. fantasy in 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' revolve around Walter Mitty's daydreams as a contrast to his mundane real-life experiences.

• Walter Mitty's daydreams are all rooted in reality

• The theme of reality vs. fantasy is not explored in the book

• The story of Walter Mitty is based on a true story

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What is the significance of Mitty's daydreams in the story?

• Mitty's daydreams provide an outlet for his unfulfilled desires and highlight his yearning for excitement and purpose.

• Mitty's daydreams represent his contentment with his current life

• Mitty's daydreams are a distraction from his responsibilities

• Mitty's daydreams are a sign of mental illness

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How does Mitty's wife impact his life and daydreams?

• Mitty's wife's constant criticism and lack of support cause him to daydream as a coping mechanism.

• Mitty's wife's unwavering support boosts his confidence and diminishes his daydreaming.

• Mitty's wife's encouragement of his hobbies reduces his need for daydreaming.

• Mitty's wife's indifference towards him leads to a decrease in his daydreaming.

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Compare and contrast Mitty's real life with his fantasies.

• Mitty's real life is mundane and filled with tasks like running errands, while his fantasies are adventurous and heroic.

• Mitty's real life is adventurous and daring, while his fantasies are safe and predictable.

• Mitty's real life is filled with heroic deeds, while his fantasies are mundane and ordinary.

• Mitty's real life is exciting and full of adventures, while his fantasies are dull and boring.

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How do Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations?

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by making him fearful and anxious.

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by showing him as lazy and unmotivated.

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by depicting him as a sidekick or follower.

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by portraying him as heroic, confident, and in control.

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Discuss the moments in the story where Mitty's daydreams directly influence his actions in reality.

• War hero, brilliant surgeon, defendant in a courtroom, and captain of a Navy hydroplane.

• Astronaut on a space mission

• Famous rockstar performing at a concert

• Professional athlete competing in the Olympics

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What does the ending of 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' suggest about the balance between reality and fantasy?

• The ending suggests that reality is always better than fantasy

• The ending indicates that fantasy is more important than reality

• The ending implies that fantasy should be completely avoided

• The balance between reality and fantasy is essential for a fulfilling life.

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What role does the setting play in enhancing the contrast between Walter Mitty's real life and his daydreams?

• The setting highlights the monotony of Mitty's real life compared to the vibrancy of his daydreams.

• The setting is irrelevant to the contrast between Mitty's real life and his daydreams.

• The setting is constantly changing, reflecting the instability of Mitty's daydreams.

• The setting mirrors the adventurous nature of Mitty's daydreams, making his real life seem more exciting.

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How does the narrative structure of 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' contribute to the development of its themes?

• The linear narrative structure emphasizes the progression of Mitty's character and themes.

• The fragmented narrative structure mirrors the division between Mitty's real life and daydreams, enhancing the themes.

• The narrative structure is inconsistent, which confuses the themes rather than developing them.

• The narrative structure focuses solely on daydreams, neglecting the development of real-life themes.

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