Exploring Themes in Animal Farm and The Pearl

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

• The wind was a howling wolf.

• He was as strong as an ox.

• The sun smiled down on the farm.

• The pearls were the tears of the sea.

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What is the main conflict in "Animal Farm"?

• Animals vs. humans

• Animals vs. nature

• Animals vs. technology

• Animals vs. disease

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Which character trait best describes Napoleon from "Animal Farm"?

• Generous

• Cowardly

• Ambitious

• Honest

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Which of the following is a metaphor?

• The sky was as blue as the ocean.

• The farm was a ticking time bomb.

• He ran like the wind.

• She was as quiet as a mouse.

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Who is the protagonist in "The Pearl"?

• Kino

• Napoleon

• Boxer

• Squealer

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Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

• The pearl was worth a fortune.

• He cried rivers of tears.

• The wind whispered softly.

• The farm was peaceful.

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What is the setting of "Animal Farm"?

• A city in England

• A farm in England

• A village in Mexico

• A desert island

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Which of the following is an allusion?

• He was a real Romeo with the ladies.

• The sun was shining brightly.

• The dog barked loudly.

• She ran quickly.

What is the main theme of "The Pearl"?

• The power of friendship

• The dangers of greed

• The importance of education

• The value of hard work

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Who is the author of "Animal Farm"?

• John Steinbeck

• George Orwell

• William Golding

• J.K. Rowling

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