The Veldt Anticipation

The purpose of the shadow of the vulture that flickers across George’s face is to...

• Show that there is a bird flying

• Foreshadow George's death

• Show that the room is real

• Provide shade for George

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Could George and Lydia have avoided their fate? Why or why not?

The climax of the story occurs when...

• Wendy offers Mr. McClean a cup of tea.

• the children lock George and Lydia in the nursery as the lions approach.

• Peter and Wendy are hysterical over the nursery being shut down.

• The home makes dinner for George and Lydia.

At the beginning of the story, what does Mr. Hadley reflect on after they left the nursery?

• He worries that his children started thinking about death at an early age.

• He is proud that his children are mature enough to think about death.

• He fears that his children are often afraid of the idea of death.

• He worries that his children have an unhealthy obsession with death.

At the end of the story, Mr. and Mrs. Hadley decide to…

• give their children one last moment with the nursery.

• let their children keep the nursey.

• move far away from their home.

• never use another machine again.

What is the primary theme of 'The Veldt'?

• A) The dangers of technology

• B) The beauty of nature

• C) The importance of family

• D) The power of imagination

In 'The Veldt', what does the nursery symbolize?

• A) A place of safety

• B) A technological marvel

• C) The children's subconscious

• D) A family gathering spot

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Veldt' to create suspense?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Foreshadowing

• C) Simile

• D) Alliteration

What is the significance of the lions in 'The Veldt'?

• A) They represent the children's anger

• B) They are a symbol of freedom

• C) They are a harmless illusion

• D) They are a sign of wealth

How does Ray Bradbury use setting to enhance the mood in 'The Veldt'?

• A) By describing a futuristic city

• B) By creating a serene countryside

• C) By depicting a realistic home environment

• D) By illustrating a threatening African veldt

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