The Veldt Introduction

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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What does George mean when he says that the family is “going to live”?

• They are going to turn off all their technology and experience life.

• They are going to travel instead of staying at home all the time.

• They are going to turn the nursery off.

• They are going to enjoy the nursery without the veldt.

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.

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

Which character in 'The Veldt' is most concerned about the nursery?

• A) George

• B) Lydia

• C) Peter

• D) Wendy

What does the nursery in 'The Veldt' symbolize?

• A) Childhood innocence

• B) Technological advancement

• C) Parental control

• D) The children's subconscious

In 'The Veldt', what is the significance of the African veldt setting?

• A) It represents a place of adventure

• B) It symbolizes the wildness of the children's minds

• C) It is a peaceful retreat

• D) It is a place of learning

How do George and Lydia feel about the nursery in 'The Veldt'?

• A) They are fascinated by it

• B) They are indifferent to it

• C) They are increasingly worried about it

• D) They are proud of it

What literary device is used when the lions in 'The Veldt' appear real?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Foreshadowing

• D) Irony

What is the climax of 'The Veldt'?

• A) The family decides to go on vacation

• B) The children lock their parents in the nursery

• C) The nursery is turned off

• D) The psychologist visits the family