Practice About The Author (2.1) - English Literature: Echoes – A Collection of ISC Short Stories
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What was Jack London known for?

💡 Hint: Think about the themes present in the stories.

Question 2 Easy

What is the main theme of Chopin's 'The Story of an Hour'?

💡 Hint: Consider the protagonist's emotional journey.

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Question 1

What is the main theme of 'To Build a Fire'?

Man vs. Nature
Love and Loss
Freedom vs. Repression

💡 Hint: Consider the protagonist’s struggles in the wilderness.

Question 2

True or False: Kate Chopin explores the theme of women's empowerment in 'The Story of an Hour'.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about Louise's ultimate fate.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Critique the portrayal of nature in 'To Build a Fire' and discuss what emotional responses it evokes in the protagonist.

💡 Hint: Consider how the character’s emotions shift as he realizes the extent of his situation.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how Chopin's portrayal of marriage reflects societal expectations and how it affects women's identity.

💡 Hint: Analyze the character of Louise Mallard and her reactions throughout the story.

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