Revision - Literature

How foolish people are when they own valuable things, Horace thought. A magazine article had described this house, giving a plan of all the rooms and a picture of this room. This line from the extract can be considered an example of _______________ .

• Sarcasm

• Symbolism

• Hyperbole

• Humour

What is the irony in the story A Question of Trust?

Mandela says, “Courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” Which life skill does this reflect?

• Resilience
• Complacency
• Indifference
• Fearlessness

What does the trees’ movement from houses to forests symbolise in a broader sense?

• Human greed

• Nature’s resistance to confinement

• Urban development

• Seasonal change

What does the poem 'Amanda!' reveal about the adult–child relationship?

• The poem shows a harmonious relationship without any conflict.
• It highlights the child's desire to please their parents at all costs.
• The poem emphasizes the child's obedience to adult rules.
• The poem reveals a conflict between adult expectations and a child's need for freedom.

The tone of the poem The Ball Poem is (a)   , focusing on loss as a part of growing up.

“The ball is gone forever” (The Ball Poem) symbolises __________.

• the thrill of competition
• the importance of teamwork
• the inevitability of loss
• the joy of winning

Mandela’s acceptance of both “oppressor” and “oppressed” being robbed of humanity suggests—

• The justification of violence against the oppressor.
• The idea that only the oppressed deserve compassion.
• The belief that oppressors are inherently evil.
• The recognition of shared humanity in both oppressor and oppressed.

What broader life lesson does the young seagull’s first flight give us?

• Avoiding risks ensures safety and comfort.
• Staying within your limits prevents failure.
• Following others' paths guarantees success.
• Embracing challenges leads to personal growth and independence.

Why does Anne’s diary hold global relevance even today?

• It is a historical account of World War II.
• Anne’s diary holds global relevance today due to its universal themes of human rights, resilience, and the consequences of discrimination.
• It is a fictional story about a young girl.
• It focuses solely on Anne's family life.