Atonement: Themes and Characters

The video discusses Ian McEwan's novel 'Atonement', its plot, themes, and characters. It covers the novel's adaptation into a film, McEwan's biography, and critical analysis. The story revolves around Briony Tallis, whose misunderstandings lead to tragic consequences for her sister Cecilia and Robbie Turner. The narrative explores themes of misunderstanding, guilt, and atonement, with a unique narrative perspective. The video also reviews critical perspectives on the novel.

What year was the novel 'Atonement' published?

• 2003

• 2005

• 2001

• 1999

Who starred in the movie adaptation of 'Atonement'?

• Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper

• Natalie Portman and Hayden Christensen

• Keira Knightley and James McAvoy

• Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe

Which award did Ian McEwan win for his novel 'Amsterdam'?

• Nobel Prize

• National Book Award

• Pulitzer Prize

• Man Booker Prize

What is the relationship between Cecilia and Robbie?

• Siblings

• Childhood friends

• Strangers

• Cousins

What does Briony mistakenly believe about Robbie?

• He is a doctor

• He is a maniac

• He is a hero

• He is a thief

What does Robbie trade his jail sentence for?

• Military service

• A pardon

• A job

• A scholarship

What is revealed about Briony at the end of the novel?

• She is the true author

• She is a nurse

• She is Robbie's sister

• She is a soldier

What major theme is highlighted in 'Atonement'?

• Wealth

• Adventure

• Misunderstanding

• Love

What does Cecilia do after Robbie is imprisoned?

• Becomes a teacher

• Cuts ties with her family

• Moves abroad

• Starts a business

What keeps Robbie going during the war?

• His family

• His love for Cecilia

• His ambition

• His friends