Monster by Walter Dean

What is a major theme of "Monster"?

• The importance of family

• The struggle for identity

• The power of friendship

• The impact of technology on society

What is the author's primary purpose in writing "Monster"?

• To entertain readers with a thrilling story

• To explore the complexities of the legal system

• To argue against the death penalty

• To provide a detailed biography of a fictional character

What can be inferred about Steve's perception of himself by the end of the novel?

• He sees himself as completely innocent.

• He views himself as a monster.

• He believes he has grown stronger and more resilient.

• He is unsure of his identity.

Which theme is reinforced by the title "Monster"?

• The importance of truth

• The dehumanization of individuals by the legal system

• The power of redemption

• The strength of familial bonds

How does the relationship between Steve and his lawyer, O'Brien, develop throughout the novel?

• It becomes more strained as the trial progresses.

• It remains professional and distant from start to finish.

• They become close friends by the end of the trial.

• It starts strained but becomes more understanding and empathetic.

What inference can be made about Steve's family based on their actions in the novel?

• They are indifferent to Steve's situation.

• They believe Steve is guilty.

• They are supportive but struggling with the situation.

• They are more concerned with their reputation than Steve's well-being.

How does the dialogue between Steve and the Older Prisoner propel the action of the story?

• It introduces a new character.

• It reveals Steve's internal conflict.

• It resolves the main conflict.

• It provides comic relief.

What is the narrative style of 'Monster' by Walter Dean Myers?

• First-person diary entries and screenplay format

• Third-person omniscient

• Second-person perspective

• First-person stream of consciousness

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Monster' to convey Steve's thoughts and feelings?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Flashback

• Irony

What role does the setting play in 'Monster'?

• It serves as a backdrop for a romantic subplot.

• It highlights the contrast between freedom and confinement.

• It is irrelevant to the story's themes.

• It provides a historical context for the events.