WorksheetsIt's A Good Life (NC English II EOC)
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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1.
What is the effect created by the narrator describing the main character as a monster?
a)
It helps to establish the tone of the film.
b)
It increases the effect of discovering the monster is a kid
c)
It helps the viewer imagine the monster based on description
d)
It supports the element of irony within the title
2.
Which of the following characteristics is not revealed regarding Anthony?
a)
His love for making new and interesting creatures
b)
His absolute control over everyone in his village
c)
His appreciation of loud noises
d)
His disregard for anyone's feelings but his own.
3.
What can you infer regarding the mother's response to Anthony's "sharp toothed creation" that was trying to bite him?
a)
She was pleased that Anthony was so creative
b)
She is unsure of what Anthony will do next
c)
She simply wanted to share this knowledge with the gentlemen
d)
She was hoping that the creature would have bitten him
4.
Which of the following is revealed by the characters constantly smiling and saying: "Today is a good day"
a)
It reveals that they don't think it is a good day
b)
It reveals that they are truly afraid of Anthony
c)
It reveals the truth that Anthony has brainwashed everyone
d)
It reveals that Anthony is afraid of everyone
5.
What decision is made by Anthony due to him becoming irritated with the neighbors dog?
a)
He transforms it into a jack in the box
b)
He sends it to the barn
c)
He transforms it into another creature
d)
He sends it to the cornfield
6.
How do Anthony's interactions with his own parents add to the idea that everyone is afraid?
a)
His parents are not afraid of him
b)
Because even his parents feel powerless to stop him
c)
It proves their ability to ignore his actions
d)
It proves that everyone in the town blames them
7.
Which literary element is best represented by the film's title: "It's a Good Life"
a)
Personification
b)
Simile
c)
Hyperbole
d)
Irony
8.
How does the emphasis of "sweaty faces" during many of the shots increase a tone of dread?
a)
It reveals that Anthony had simply made the weather too hot
b)
It reveals the constant pressure and fear felt by the town
c)
It is an example of Anthony's power to control the populous
d)
It reveals that the town had limited access to fresh water
9.
Which of the following events is key to first revealing the theme of "It's a Good Life"?
a)
Anthony kills the creature he had made
b)
Anthony's aunt constantly declares how hot she is
c)
The delivery man reminds Anthony how much he likes him
d)
Anthony talks about not having a good day without other kids
10.
Which phrase most concisely summarizes the text?
a)
All kids are exactly crazy
b)
"A monster may lurk within the depths of anyone"
c)
Neighbors should control their dogs
d)
Parents are responsible for their children
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