Practice Themes (4.3) - Introduction to the Book – Echoes: A Collection of ISC Short Stories
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Question 1 Easy

What does emotional vulnerability refer to?

💡 Hint: Think about how feelings influence actions.

Question 2 Easy

Name a theme from 'The Singing Lesson'.

💡 Hint: Consider societal pressures on women.

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Question 1

What theme is depicted in 'The Singing Lesson'?

Emotional Vulnerability
Scientific Inquiry
Cultural Identity

💡 Hint: Think about how her feelings affect her teaching.

Question 2

True or False: Klausner in 'The Sound Machine' believes plants can feel pain.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider his reactions and experiments.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss how Katherine Mansfield’s portrayal of Miss Meadows can be viewed as a criticism of societal norms regarding women and professional expectations.

💡 Hint: Consider how her reactions and decisions reflect the social climate of her time.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate Roald Dahl's method of illustrating the theme of ethical boundaries through Klausner's character in 'The Sound Machine'.

💡 Hint: Reflect on Klausner's motivations vs. the potential harm caused.

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