Literary Techniques in Extended Works
In John Steinbeck's novella Of Mice and Men, which character can be considered a foil to George Milton?
Candy
Lennie Small
Curley
Slim
What animal is often symbolic of wisdom or knowledge in several cultures' literary traditions?
Serpent
Owl
Lion
Fox
Which literary term describes a secondary character that contrasts with a main character to emphasize certain qualities?
Protagonist
Foil
Antagonist
Archetype
In literature, what object is commonly used as a symbol for peace?
Dove
Sword
Mirror
Clock
What feature defines Draco Malfoy’s relationship to Harry Potter in J.K Rowling’s series?
Draco primarily exists for readers’ sympathy due to his troubled family life.
Draco helps reveal parts of Harry's past unknown even to Harry himself.
Draco acts as Harry's foil by displaying opposing personality traits and values.
Draco becomes an unwavering ally fighting alongside Harry.
In Tennessee Williams's play A Streetcar Named Desire, which character can be considered a foil to Blanche DuBois?
Mitch
Stanley Kowalski
Stella Kowalski
Eunice Hubbell
In Charlotte Bronte's novel Jane Eyre, which character can be considered a foil to Jane Eyre?
Edward Rochester
Bertha Mason
Helen Burns
St. John Rivers

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What potential change in narrative direction occurs when envisioning Ophelia in "Hamlet" not as emotionally fragile but instead politically savvy and ambitious?
Hamlet’s treatment of Ophelia might appear less callous and more strategically emphasizing patriarchal control.
Her suicide might no longer be seen as a result of overwhelming grief but rather a calculated political act.
She can serve as a foil to Gertrude, highlighting youth and nobility versus age and decay.
Ophelia becomes an active player in court politics which reframes Hamlet’s tragedy around political maneuvering instead of emotional turmoil.
What color is frequently used to symbolize purity or innocence in literary works?
White
Red
Green
Black
How does the setting of a cramped, overcrowded urban apartment building most likely affect characters' interactions in a story?
It creates opportunities for characters to bond over shared outdoor hobbies.
It allows characters more privacy which decreases overall tension.
It provides characters with tranquil moments that foster introspection.
It intensifies conflict and character friction due to close quarters.