Sound of Thunder

What is the main theme of "A Sound of Thunder"?

• The importance of family

• The dangers of technology

• The unpredictability of love

• The value of education

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does Ray Bradbury use the butterfly in "A Sound of Thunder" as a symbol?

• To represent fragility of life

• To symbolize happiness

• As a sign of impending doom

• To represent transformation

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the main theme of "A Sound of Thunder"?

• The importance of family

• The dangers of technology

• The unpredictability of love

• The value of education

How does Ray Bradbury use the butterfly in "A Sound of Thunder" as a symbol?

• To represent fragility of life

• To symbolize happiness

• As a sign of impending doom

• To represent transformation

What is the setting of "A Sound of Thunder"?

• A futuristic city

• A prehistoric jungle

• A distant planet

• A medieval village

Which character in "A Sound of Thunder" is responsible for the time travel expedition?

• Eckels

• Travis

• Lesperance

• Billings

What is the consequence of Eckels stepping off the path in "A Sound of Thunder"?

• Nothing happens

• The future is unchanged

• A new species is created

• The future is altered

What literary device is predominantly used in "A Sound of Thunder" to create suspense?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Foreshadowing

• Alliteration

In "A Sound of Thunder," what does the company Time Safari, Inc. offer?

• Space travel

• Time travel hunting expeditions

• Virtual reality experiences

• Genetic engineering services

What is the significance of the title "A Sound of Thunder"?

• It refers to a storm

• It symbolizes the dinosaur's roar

• It represents the sound of a gunshot

• It signifies the chaos of time travel