The Return by Ngugi wa Thiong'o

The Return by Ngugi wa Thiong'o

9th Grade

15 Qs

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The Return by Ngugi wa Thiong'o

The Return by Ngugi wa Thiong'o

Assessment

Quiz

English

9th Grade

Easy

CCSS
RL.8.3, RL.2.10, RI. 9-10.9

+16

Standards-aligned

Created by

Sarah Williams

Used 13+ times

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the author use situational irony to create tension in 'The Return'?

The author uses situational irony to create tension by having the protagonist return home expecting a warm welcome, but instead finding a hostile and unwelcoming environment.

The author uses situational irony to create tension by having the protagonist return home and receiving a warm welcome from everyone.

The author uses situational irony to create tension by having the protagonist return home and finding everything exactly as they left it.

The author uses situational irony to create tension by having the protagonist return home and being greeted with a surprise party.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is foreshadowing in literature and how is it used in 'The Return'?

Foreshadowing in literature is a form of symbolism used to represent the weather in the story

Foreshadowing in literature is a literary device where the author hints at future events in the story. In 'The Return', it is used to hint at the protagonist's eventual return to his hometown and the conflicts he will face there.

Foreshadowing in literature is a technique used to reveal the ending of the story at the beginning

Foreshadowing in literature is a type of flashback used to confuse the reader

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Identify an example of foreshadowing in 'The Return' and explain its significance in the story.

Recurring dream about a dark figure following the main character.

A character finding a lost item with no further significance

A random encounter with a friendly stranger in the beginning of the story

A sudden change in the weather during a pivotal moment in the plot

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Compare and contrast foreshadowing and situational irony in 'The Return'.

Foreshadowing hints at future events, while situational irony creates unexpected outcomes in the plot.

Foreshadowing is used in comedy, while situational irony is used in tragedy.

Foreshadowing reveals the ending, while situational irony adds depth to the characters.

Foreshadowing creates suspense, while situational irony creates humor.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What effect does foreshadowing have on the reader's experience of 'The Return'?

Foreshadowing confuses the reader and makes the story less enjoyable

Foreshadowing enhances the reader's experience by creating suspense, anticipation, and adding depth to the story.

Foreshadowing has no effect on the reader's experience of 'The Return'

Foreshadowing only serves to give away the ending of the story

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Explain how foreshadowing and situational irony contribute to the overall theme of 'The Return'.

Foreshadowing and situational irony contribute to the overall theme of 'The Return' by creating a predictable and straightforward storyline.

Foreshadowing and situational irony contribute to the overall theme of 'The Return' by making the characters' actions have expected and straightforward outcomes.

Foreshadowing and situational irony contribute to the overall theme of 'The Return' by downplaying the significance of certain events and characters' actions.

Foreshadowing and situational irony contribute to the overall theme of 'The Return' by emphasizing the idea that certain events are predestined and that characters' actions have unforeseen and ironic outcomes.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the use of foreshadowing and situational irony enhance the reader's understanding of the characters in 'The Return'?

Foreshadowing and situational irony have no impact on the reader's understanding of the characters in 'The Return'

Foreshadowing and situational irony confuse the reader's understanding of the characters in 'The Return'

Foreshadowing and situational irony only serve to distract the reader from understanding the characters in 'The Return'

Foreshadowing and situational irony enhance the reader's understanding of the characters by providing insight into their thoughts, feelings, and decisions, ultimately leading to a deeper comprehension of their personalities and behaviors.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

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