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The Walking Dead

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why do Rick and his friends decide to take the shortcut through the cemetery?

a)

They like doing daring things.

b)

They need a quicker route home.

c)

They want to see if they spot a ghost.

d)

They are lost.

2.

What is most likely the cause of the mysterious noises in the cemetery?

a)

a spirit

b)

the caretaker

c)

an animal

d)

another boy

3.

List three things in sequential order that happen in the story.

a)

Rick and his friends realize they are going to

be late getting back home.

b)

They decide to take a shortcut through

the cemetery.

c)

They hear something following them.

1)
2)
3)
4.

The Walking Dead keeps getting more and more intense every season.

a)

Correctly punctuated 

b)

Incorrectly punctuated

5.

The Walking Dead is a horror-drama series that takes place in a modern world destroyed by a zombie uprising. The series began as a comic book in 2003, published by Image Comics and written by Robert Kirkman. In 2010, the comic was adapted into The Walking Dead television series for AMC. The TV show became immensely popular and even began a series of successful Walking Dead spin-offs. What makes The Walking Dead stand out among other works in the post-apocalypse genre is its strong character writing and focus on a grounded setting. The series throws viewers into a grim setting with relatable characters, and leaves many viewers to wonder what they themselves would do in such a situation. This is the exact question that became the basis for Telltale Games' Walking Dead video game series.


What is the best summary of the selection?

a)

The Walking Dead video game derived from a television series in 2010.

b)

A comic book written by Robert Kirkman was adapted into the popular television series The Walking Dead. This post-apocalyptic series eventually turned into a video game series.

c)

The Walking Dead series began as a comic book in 2003.

d)

The Walking Dead is a post-apocalypse genre for both the video game and the television series.

6.

Identify the correct verb tense: 'The Walking Dead has been captivating audiences since its premiere.'

a)

Present Perfect

b)

Past Perfect

c)

Simple Past

d)

Future Perfect

7.

Choose the correct synonym for 'apocalypse' as used in the context of 'The Walking Dead.'

a)

Rebirth

b)

Destruction

c)

Celebration

d)

Creation

8.

Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated? 'The Walking Dead, a popular TV series, is based on a comic book.'

a)

The Walking Dead a popular TV series is based on a comic book.

b)

The Walking Dead, a popular TV series is based on a comic book.

c)

The Walking Dead a popular TV series, is based on a comic book.

d)

The Walking Dead, a popular TV series, is based on a comic book.

9.

What is the main theme of 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

Friendship

b)

Survival

c)

Romance

d)

Wealth

10.

Identify the literary device used: 'The world of The Walking Dead is a mirror reflecting our own society.'

a)

Metaphor

b)

Simile

c)

Alliteration

d)

Personification

11.

Which character from 'The Walking Dead' is known for their leadership skills?

a)

Rick Grimes

b)

Daryl Dixon

c)

Michonne

d)

Negan

12.

What is the genre of 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

Science Fiction

b)

Fantasy

c)

Horror-Drama

d)

Romantic Comedy

13.

Choose the correct antonym for 'grim' as used in the context of 'The Walking Dead.'

a)

Cheerful

b)

Dark

c)

Serious

d)

Gloomy

14.

Which sentence uses 'The Walking Dead' as a proper noun correctly?

a)

I love watching the walking dead every Sunday.

b)

The Walking Dead is my favorite show.

c)

Have you seen the walking dead?

d)

The walking dead is a great series.

15.

What narrative perspective is primarily used in 'The Walking Dead' TV series?

a)

First Person

b)

Second Person

c)

Third Person Limited

d)

Third Person Omniscient

16.

Identify the correct adjective form: 'The Walking Dead is an intense series.'

a)

Intensely

b)

Intensiveness

c)

Intense

d)

Intensify

17.

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

A futuristic utopia

b)

A medieval kingdom

c)

A post-apocalyptic world

d)

A bustling metropolis

18.

What is the primary conflict in 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

Man vs. Nature

b)

Man vs. Society

c)

Man vs. Self

d)

Man vs. Zombies

19.

Which of the following is a theme explored in 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

The power of technology

b)

The importance of family

c)

The pursuit of wealth

d)

The beauty of nature

20.

What is the tone of 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

Light-hearted

b)

Humorous

c)

Optimistic

d)

Dark

21.

Which of the following is a correct summary of 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

A romantic comedy about life in a zombie apocalypse.

b)

A documentary about the making of a TV series.

c)

A horror-drama series about survival in a post-apocalyptic world.

d)

A science fiction series about space exploration.

22.

Identify the correct use of a semicolon: 'The Walking Dead is thrilling; it keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.'

a)

The Walking Dead is thrilling it keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

b)

The Walking Dead is thrilling; it keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

c)

The Walking Dead is thrilling, it keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

d)

The Walking Dead is thrilling: it keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

23.

Which of the following characters is NOT from 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

Rick Grimes

b)

Walter White

c)

Daryl Dixon

d)

Michonne

24.

What is the effect of the setting on the characters in 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

It makes them carefree and relaxed.

b)

It challenges their survival skills.

c)

It provides them with endless resources.

d)

It isolates them from any danger.

25.

Which of the following best describes the character development in 'The Walking Dead'?

a)

Static and unchanging

b)

Dynamic and evolving

c)

Predictable and simple

d)

Non-existent