The Seventh Man

What motivates the protagonist, the Seventh Man, to return to his hometown after many years?

• A desire to confront his past

• To visit family

• To seek closure on a lost love

• To find a new job

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What theme is primarily explored through the character of the Seventh Man?

• The inevitability of fate

• The impact of trauma on personal identity

• The pursuit of happiness

• The importance of friendship

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What internal conflict does the Seventh Man face throughout the narrative?

• The struggle between love and hate

• The fear of confronting his memories

• The desire for revenge

• The need to escape his responsibilities

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What does K's character represent in the context of the Seventh Man's journey?

• The carefree nature of youth

• The inevitability of loss

• The importance of facing one's fears

• The burden of responsibility

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How does the author use the setting to enhance the themes of the story?

• By contrasting urban and rural life

• By depicting the ocean as both beautiful and terrifying

• By focusing on the mundane aspects of daily life

• By creating a fantastical world

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What is the ultimate resolution of the conflict faced by the Seventh Man?

• He seeks revenge on those who wronged him

• He learns to accept his past and move forward

• He isolates himself from everyone

• He forgets about his trauma entirely

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How does the perspective of the narrator influence the tone of the story when he reflects on his past?

• It makes the tone more objective.

• It adds a layer of nostalgia and regret.

• It creates a sense of detachment.

• It simplifies the narrative.

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In the passage where the narrator recalls his friend, the phrase "stepped in warm memories" is used. What does this figurative language imply about his feelings?

• He has forgotten everything.

• He feels a deep connection to the past.

• He is indifferent to his memories.

• He is excited about new experiences.

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The tone shifts when the narrator discusses his fears in the passage below. What effect does this shift have on the reader's understanding of his character?
"The terror was in my bones. I could never share with another person."

• It makes him seem less relatable.

• It reveals his vulnerability and depth.

• It confuses the reader.

• It makes him appear arrogant.

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When the narrator reflects on his childhood, he uses the passage below. What does this figurative language suggest about his perspective?

• He is focused on the present.

• He feels disconnected from his past.

• He cherishes his memories.

• He is eager to forget.

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