Secret Life of Walter Mitty

How does Mitty's wife impact his life and daydreams?

• Mitty's wife's constant criticism and lack of support cause him to daydream as a coping mechanism.

• Mitty's wife's unwavering support boosts his confidence and diminishes his daydreaming.

• Mitty's wife's encouragement of his hobbies reduces his need for daydreaming.

• Mitty's wife's indifference towards him leads to a decrease in his daydreaming.

How do Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations?

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by making him fearful and anxious.

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by showing him as lazy and unmotivated.

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by depicting him as a sidekick or follower.

• Mitty's daydreams reflect his desires and aspirations by portraying him as heroic, confident, and in control.

Discuss the moments in the story where Mitty's daydreams directly influence his actions in reality.

• War hero, brilliant surgeon, defendant in a courtroom, and captain of a Navy hydroplane.

• Astronaut on a space mission

• Famous rockstar performing at a concert

• Professional athlete competing in the Olympics

What does the ending of 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' suggest about the balance between reality and fantasy?

• The ending suggests that reality is always better than fantasy

• The ending indicates that fantasy is more important than reality

• The ending implies that fantasy should be completely avoided

• The balance between reality and fantasy is essential for a fulfilling life.

What role does the setting play in enhancing the contrast between Walter Mitty's real life and his daydreams?

• The setting highlights the monotony of Mitty's real life compared to the vibrancy of his daydreams.

• The setting is irrelevant to the contrast between Mitty's real life and his daydreams.

• The setting is constantly changing, reflecting the instability of Mitty's daydreams.

• The setting mirrors the adventurous nature of Mitty's daydreams, making his real life seem more exciting.

How does the narrative structure of 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' contribute to the development of its themes?

• The linear narrative structure emphasizes the progression of Mitty's character and themes.

• The fragmented narrative structure mirrors the division between Mitty's real life and daydreams, enhancing the themes.

• The narrative structure is inconsistent, which confuses the themes rather than developing them.

• The narrative structure focuses solely on daydreams, neglecting the development of real-life themes.

In what way does 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' explore the concept of identity?

• By showing how Mitty's daydreams are a true reflection of his identity.

• By contrasting Mitty's perceived identity in his daydreams with his real-life identity.

• By suggesting that Mitty has no real identity outside of his daydreams.

• By indicating that Mitty's daydreams have no impact on his identity.

Compare and contrast Mitty's real life with his fantasies.

• Mitty's real life is mundane and filled with tasks like running errands, while his fantasies are adventurous and heroic.

• Mitty's real life is adventurous and daring, while his fantasies are safe and predictable.

• Mitty's real life is filled with heroic deeds, while his fantasies are mundane and ordinary.

• Mitty's real life is exciting and full of adventures, while his fantasies are dull and boring.

When Walter gets home from Iceland and is at his mom's apartment, he discovers the a clue to another picture. What does he find in the picture?

• His mom's couch

• His mom's ring

• His mom's piano

• His sister's rubber band from her hair

What does his mom tell him about finding Shawn?

• That he should go find him because Shawn said that Walter was the one who made sure his work was seen (realized) by the world.

• That he shouldn't go find him because it would be too dangerous

• That Shawn said he really didn't like Walter and hoped that he'd never see him again

• That he should find Shawn because he needed to get his job back take care of her for the rest of her life