Reform Era

Dickens promotes social reform by exposing the ignorance behind ___________ perspectives against those in poverty

• prejudiced

• Christian

• benevolent

• moral

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What did Dickens believe was needed to improve life for the poor?

• social reform

• social commentary

• social inequality

• social injustice

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Changes in society to raise the quality of life for groups of people

• social reform

• social commentary

• social inequality

• social injustice

What was the name of the legislation passed in 1833 that aimed to regulate child labour and improve working conditions of children in factories?

• Child Labour Act

• Factory Act

• Child Protection Law

• Industrial Reform Act

Which literary device is used to highlight the need for reform in society?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Irony

• Alliteration

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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

In the context of the Reform Era, which word best describes the tone of a text advocating for change?

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Indifferent

• Sarcastic

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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

Identify the sentence that correctly uses the word 'reform'.

• The reform was a complete failure, leading to more problems.

• Reform is a process that happens overnight.

• Reformers were happy with the immediate results.

• Reform never requires any effort or time.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the concept of 'social reform'?

• The government ignored the needs of the poor.

• New laws were introduced to improve living conditions.

• The economy was booming, benefiting everyone equally.

• People were content with the status quo.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What is the main theme of a literary work focusing on the Reform Era?

• Love and romance

• Adventure and exploration

• Social change and justice

• Mystery and suspense

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which sentence uses 'reform' as a verb?

• The reform was necessary for progress.

• They decided to reform the outdated policies.

• The reformers were celebrated for their efforts.

• Reform is often met with resistance.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4