Parable of the Sower

Imagine you're in a book club with Priya, Arjun, and Ethan. You're discussing a novel and the topic of resilience and hope in the face of adversity comes up. How would you explain the examples of these themes in the book and their relation to survival and community?

• I would say that resilience and hope can be seen in characters like Lauren who continues to seek a better future despite the challenges. This relates to the themes of survival and community as it shows the strength and determination of individuals to overcome obstacles and the importance of coming together to support each other.

• I would argue that resilience and hope are not important in the face of adversity.

• I would suggest that survival and community have no relation to resilience and hope.

• I would point out that characters like Lauren give up easily in the face of challenges.

What is Earthseed?

• The religion Lauren developed

• Change

• The country Lauren rules

• The name of the first Earthseed settlement

What are the three main themes of “Parable of the Sower?”

• Community

• Societal Collapse

• Change

• Destruction and Rebirth

What are the three main principles of Earthseed?

• God is Change

• Earthseed is Change

• The Destiny of Earthseed is to take root among the stars

• Shape God

The Destiny of Earthseed is to…

• Make sacrifices for the greater good

• Pray to God

• Take root among the soil

• Take root among the stars

What is the novel’s deeper message?

• We should take matters into our own hands to create a better future

• We cannot ignore the world’s issues when they arise

• Humans have more similarities than differences

In Chapter 13 of "Parable of the Sower," what are two central themes that emerge and interact throughout the text?

• Isolation and community

• Wealth and poverty

• Love and betrayal

• Technology and nature

How does the setting in Chapter 13 of "Parable of the Sower" influence the development of the story's themes?

• It creates a sense of timelessness that makes the themes universal.

• It provides a backdrop that highlights the contrast between safety and danger.

• It serves as a metaphor for the protagonist's internal conflict.

• It has no significant impact on the themes.

Which of the following best summarizes the development of the theme of survival in Chapter 13 of "Parable of the Sower"?

• The characters rely on technology to ensure their survival.

• The characters' survival depends on their ability to adapt and form alliances.

• The characters survive by isolating themselves from others.

• The characters' survival is guaranteed by their wealth.

In Chapter 13, how does Octavia Butler introduce and develop the character of Lauren Olamina?

• Through her interactions with other characters and her internal monologue.

• By describing her physical appearance in detail.

• By focusing on her past experiences exclusively.

• Through the use of flashbacks.