Themes and Characters in 'The Awakening'

Themes and Characters in 'The Awakening'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The Awakening by Kate Chopin follows Edna Pontellier's journey of self-discovery and independence in the late 1800s. While vacationing at Grand Isle, Edna forms a close bond with Robert Lebrun, which sparks her awakening. Back in New Orleans, she pursues painting and rejects societal norms, seeking freedom from her husband and children. Despite her love for Robert, societal constraints and personal realizations lead Edna to a tragic end, as she ultimately finds solace in the sea.

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35 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the setting of the opening of 'The Awakening'?

Grand Isle

New York

London

Paris

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Edna's husband's name?

Dr. Mandelet

Leonce

Alcee

Robert

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Edna's friendship with Adele influence her?

It makes her more reserved.

It encourages her to be more expressive.

It leads her to become more religious.

It causes her to dislike Creole culture.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of Creole culture in Edna's awakening?

It restricts her freedom.

It confuses her identity.

It encourages her expression.

It isolates her from society.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Edna's relationship with Adele Ratignolle teach her?

The importance of family

The value of self-expression

The need for financial security

The power of friendship

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity does Edna take up again as she spends time with Robert?

Writing

Dancing

Painting

Singing

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Robert leave Grand Isle?

He wants to avoid an affair with Edna.

He is bored.

He has a business trip.

He dislikes the other vacationers.

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