The Rockpile

In "The Rockpile," which one of Elizabeth’s children is not Gabriel’s?

• Paul

• John

• Roy

• Delilah

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In what way, according to Elizabeth, is Gabriel to blame for Roy getting hurt? ("The Rockpile")

• He spoiled Roy.

• He has not gotten rid of the rockpile.

• He was not watching Roy carefully enough.

• He has not prayed for his children’s well-being.

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In "The Rockpile," what is the most important part of the setting?

• the apartment

• the rockpile

• the river

• the fire escape

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What does the rockpile represent to the children in "The Rockpile"?

• the remains of an old building

• a place of danger and excitement

• a place for boys to compete

• a place to support subway cars

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In "The Rockpile" what feeling do the children mostly have about Gabriel?

• fear

• anger

• joy

• curiosity

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In "The Rockpile", according to his mother, who is to blame for spoiling Roy too much?

• John

• Aunt Florence

• herself

• his father

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In The Rockpile, the narrator reflects on the tensions between different characters, particularly in relation to the environment and family dynamics. How does the story explore the theme of identity through the conflict between the characters, especially with regard to the setting of the rockpile?

• The rockpile represents a space of freedom and escape where the characters can discover their true identities, free from family constraints.

• 
  The rockpile is a place of unity where all characters come together to resolve their differences and form a shared sense of identity.

• The conflict around the rockpile symbolizes the tension between the characters’ individual identities and their roles within the family and society, highlighting the struggle for self-expression.

• 
  The story focuses on the external conflict between the rockpile and society, where the characters struggle with the constraints of societal norms but do not experience internal conflict over their identities.

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In 'The Rockpile,' what is the primary source of tension between John and Gabriel?

• A) John's disobedience

• B) Gabriel's favoritism towards Roy

• C) Elizabeth's past

• D) The family's financial struggles

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What does the rockpile symbolize in the story 'The Rockpile'?

• A) Childhood innocence

• B) Family unity

• C) Danger and rebellion

• D) Economic hardship

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How does Elizabeth react when Roy gets hurt in 'The Rockpile'?

• A) She blames herself

• B) She blames John

• C) She blames Gabriel

• D) She remains silent

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