C) Hills Like White Elephants

What is the setting of "Hills Like White Elephants?

• A bustling city center

• A quiet countryside farm

• A train station in Spain

• A beach in California

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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 is the main plot of the story?

• A couple planning a vacation

• A discussion about a medical operation

• A business negotiation

• A family reunion

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Hemingway's iceberg theory describe the storytelling approach in "Hills Like White Elephants"?

• By providing detailed background information

• By focusing on dialogue with hidden meanings

• By using explicit character thoughts

• By emphasizing plot twists

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the American man feel about the "operation"?

• He is excited

• He is indifferent

• He thinks it is necessary

• He is strongly opposed

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Jig feel about the "operation"?

• She is enthusiastic

• She is unsure and conflicted

• She feels indifferent

• She is strongly in favor

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How would you describe the relationship between the American man and Jig?

• Tense and distant

• Supportive and understanding

• Harmonious and joyful

• Angry and hostile

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What point of view is used to narrate the story?

• First person

• Second person

• Third person limited

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the mood of the story?

• Happy and carefree

• Tense and uncertain

• Peaceful and calm

• Angry and frustrated

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What do the "white elephants" symbolize in the story?

• Joy and celebration

• Wealth and success

• Unwanted burdens

• Adventure and exploration

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What theme is evident from the characters' interactions?

• Trust and honesty

• Emotional distance and lack of communication

• Passion and romance

• Conflict and resolution

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2