Little Shop of Horrors Quiz

What is the main theme of 'Little Shop of Horrors'?

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• The seductive power of ambition to corrupt morals
• lacking trust
• why communism is bad
• the corruption of greed
• fear of rising above your class
• the way ambition can improve your way of life

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Who is the protagonist of the story?

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What does Seymour discover that changes his life?

• interesting

• plant

• a

• strange

• and

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What does the plant Audrey II represent within the world of the musical?
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• An escape from the poverty and deprivation of Skid Row

• An opportunity to rise above the limitations placed on the characters by the economic conditions

• Seymour's innermost yearning to be something more than he is

• The mid 20th century American desire to strike it rich

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Audrey II's craving for human blood is an allegory for...

• Greed for material gain

• Willingness to ruthlessly sacrifice others for personal gain

• a person's willingness to sell their soul to the Devil

• How the American Dream was focused on using others for personal gain

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The characters all wear masks of one kind or another - presenting themselves to the world in one way, but having secret truths that they hide. (Thye are duplicitous) Match the character to ther secret.

• Orin

• Relentless hunger hidden beneath a fascinating exterior

• Audrey II

• Fear of losing financial security motivates them to fake care and sincerity

• Mr Mushnik

• Thinking that abusive relationship are acceptable and trying to hide the reality

• Audrey

• A trusted professional who hides a dark and twisted secret

• Seymour

• Wanting love and respect but willing to sacrifice their morality in order to achieve them

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What does the character of Audrey II symbolize in the context of consumerism?

• The insatiable hunger for more possessions

• The dangers of unchecked ambition

• The consequences of environmental neglect

• The impact of technology on society

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In 'Little Shop of Horrors', what does the relationship between Seymour and Audrey II represent?

• The struggle between good and evil

• The conflict between personal desires and moral values

• The bond between humans and nature

• The clash between tradition and modernity

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How does Audrey II's growth throughout the story reflect the theme of unchecked ambition?

• It shows how ambition can lead to personal growth

• It demonstrates the destructive nature of unchecked ambition

• It highlights the importance of nurturing one's goals

• It illustrates the benefits of taking risks

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After reading and listening to 'Little Shop of Horrors', what thoughts does it generate for you? What does the show ask you to reflect on?

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