Autumn Term

Which of the following best describes a narrative layer in a text?

• The use of rhyme and rhythm in poetry

• The different perspectives or storylines that exist within a narrative

• The physical setting of the story

• The number of chapters in a book

• I'm not sure

In "Animal Farm", what does the character of Napoleon symbolise?

• The importance of friendship

• The dangers of absolute power and corruption

• The beauty of nature

• The value of hard work

• I'm not sure

Which of the following is an example of a stylistic choice an author might use to create a specific tone?

• Using short, abrupt sentences to create tension

• Listing the characters in alphabetical order

• Including a glossary at the end of the book

• Writing in chronological order

• I'm not sure

In "Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka, what is the main theme explored through Gregor Samsa's transformation?

• The power of love

• Alienation and isolation

• The importance of education

• The beauty of nature

• I'm not sure

How does the context of "Animal Farm" influence George Orwell's perspective as a writer?

• He was inspired by the Russian Revolution and wanted to critique totalitarian regimes

• He wanted to write a story about animals for children

• He was interested in the history of farming

• He wanted to promote vegetarianism

• I'm not sure

Which of the following best demonstrates the use of symbolism in "The Horses" by Edwin Muir?

• The horses represent hope and renewal after destruction

• The horses are described as being very fast

• The poem is set in the countryside

• The poem uses rhyme

• I'm not sure

What narrative technique is used in "Blackfish" to influence the viewer's opinion?

• Use of interviews and real footage to create an emotional response

• Use of fictional characters

• Use of rhyme and rhythm

• Use of a first-person narrator

• I'm not sure

Which word from the following sentence creates a negative tone? "The bleak wind howled through the empty fields."

• Howled

• Fields

• Through

• The

• I'm not sure

When comparing "Wind" by Ted Hughes and "The Horses" by Edwin Muir, what is a key difference in their portrayal of nature?

• Hughes presents nature as violent and destructive, while Muir presents it as healing and hopeful

• Both present nature as entirely peaceful

• Both focus only on the beauty of animals

• Muir presents nature as violent, Hughes as peaceful

• I'm not sure

Which of the following is an example of a clear and logical written response?

• "I liked the story because it was good."

• "The author uses vivid imagery to create a tense atmosphere, which made me feel anxious as a reader."

• "It was okay, I guess."

• "The book is long."

• I'm not sure