Exploring Themes in The Censors

What is a central theme in "The Censors"?

• The power of love

• The dangers of totalitarianism

• The importance of friendship

• The beauty of nature

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why does the protagonist, Juan, decide to become a censor?

• To earn a high salary

• To intercept his own letter

• To help his friend

• To gain power

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does the author use to symbolize the oppressive nature of censorship?

• A locked door

• A red pen

• A chain

• A mirror

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Juan's motivation change throughout the story?

• He becomes more focused on his personal goals

• He becomes more dedicated to his job

• He becomes more rebellious

• He becomes more apathetic

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the author's purpose in writing "The Censors"?

• To entertain with a romantic story

• To inform about historical events

• To criticize oppressive governments

• To describe a personal experience

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Which figurative language device is used in the phrase "the machinery of censorship"?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Juan's transformation into a censor suggest about human nature?

• People are inherently selfish

• People can be easily corrupted by power

• People are naturally rebellious

• People are always rational

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the author use irony in "The Censors"?

• By showing Juan's success in his job

• By depicting Juan's failure to intercept his letter

• By highlighting the efficiency of the censorship system

• By illustrating the futility of Juan's efforts

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What motivates Juan to report his own letter?

• Fear of punishment

• Desire for a promotion

• Loyalty to the government

• Paranoia and indoctrination

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which theme is highlighted by Juan's ultimate fate?

• The inevitability of death

• The loss of individuality

• The triumph of good over evil

• The power of friendship

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2