Hiroshima Laurence Yep

When Miss Sasaki saw the ruins of Hiroshima for the first time, what gave her the creeps?

• There was a blanket of fresh, lush green and wild flowers were blooming.

• There were skeletons in the street that were giving off a yellow-green glow.

• The city was dark. There was no electricity, and the sun was hidden by a covering of smoke and ash.

• Everything was quiet. There were no sounds of cars, or of children playing.

What is the main theme of Laurence Yep's 'Hiroshima'?

• A) The impact of war on civilians

• B) The beauty of Japanese culture

• C) The economic growth of Japan

• D) The technological advancements in warfare

Which literary device is predominantly used in Laurence Yep's 'Hiroshima'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Imagery

• D) Personification

In Laurence Yep's 'Hiroshima', who is the protagonist of the story?

• A) Miss Sasaki

• B) Dr. Fujii

• C) Mr. Tanimoto

• D) The city of Hiroshima itself

What narrative perspective is used in Laurence Yep's 'Hiroshima'?

• A) First-person

• B) Second-person

• C) Third-person limited

• D) Third-person omniscient

How does Laurence Yep portray the aftermath of the atomic bomb in 'Hiroshima'?

• A) Through detailed scientific explanations

• B) Through the personal experiences of survivors

• C) Through government reports

• D) Through fictional accounts

What is the significance of the title 'Hiroshima' in Laurence Yep's book?

• A) It represents hope and renewal

• B) It signifies the destruction and impact of the atomic bomb

• C) It highlights the cultural heritage of Japan

• D) It refers to a fictional place in the story

Which character in Laurence Yep's 'Hiroshima' is a symbol of resilience?

• A) Miss Sasaki

• B) Dr. Fujii

• C) Mr. Tanimoto

• D) Father Kleinsorge

What is the tone of Laurence Yep's 'Hiroshima'?

• A) Optimistic

• B) Melancholic

• C) Humorous

• D) Indifferent

Which event is central to the plot of Laurence Yep's 'Hiroshima'?

• A) The signing of the peace treaty

• B) The dropping of the atomic bomb

• C) The rebuilding of Hiroshima

• D) The cultural festival in Hiroshima