Theme and Symbolism: Master the Art of Literary Analysis

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a theme?

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A theme is usually stated clearly in the text.

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A theme is a central message or lesson.

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A theme can be implied or suggested through the events and characters in the text.

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A theme is often reflected in the title of the text.

Question 2

In the story 'The Red Balloon', what does the balloon represent?

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Imagination and freedom

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Love and friendship

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Loss and grief

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Adventure and excitement

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a symbol that represents hope?

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A rainbow

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A storm

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A broken heart

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A dark night

Question 4

Which of the following questions can help you identify the theme of a text?

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What is the main idea of the story?

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Who are the main characters?

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Where does the story take place?

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What is the conflict in the story?

Question 5

What is the main idea or lesson that a writer wants to share in a story?

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The theme

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The subject

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The lesson

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The plot

Question 6

In the story about the three little pigs, what does the wolf stand for?

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Evil

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Trying hard

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Being lazy

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Making friends

Question 7

Which is NOT a step in finding the theme of a story?

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Remembering every single thing that happens

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Telling the story again in your own words

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Thinking about each person in the story

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Learning why the writer wrote the story

Question 8

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a symbolic object or event?

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It is always explained clearly by the author.

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It has a deeper meaning beyond its literal representation.

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It is used repeatedly or prominently in the text.

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It can help readers understand the theme.

Question 9

What is the term for the main idea or message of a story?

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Theme

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Setting

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Characters

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Plot

Question 10

What is the main idea or message that a story tells us?

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Theme

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Setting

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Plot

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Characters

Question 11

How does an author's use of color help develop the theme?

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By creating a mood or atmosphere

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By foreshadowing events

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By revealing character traits

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By establishing the setting

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

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Friendship is important

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A lonely boy

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The house was big

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A journey with obstacles

Question 13

How can identifying the theme of a story help you understand the author's purpose?

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It reveals the author's beliefs and values

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It explains the plot events

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It predicts the ending of the story

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It shows the author's writing style

Question 14

Which of the following would be a symbol of hope?

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A sunflower

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A broken mirror

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A muddy puddle

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A rusty nail

Question 15

How does an author's use of contrasting colors help develop the story's theme?

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By creating a sense of conflict or tension

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By foreshadowing future events

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By emphasizing character relationships

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By establishing the setting's atmosphere

Question 16

What is the main idea or message that the author wants to share with the reader?

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The lesson or message the author wants to teach

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The setting of the story

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The characters in the story

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The events that happen in the story

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a common theme found in books?

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Gravity

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Love

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Loss

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Money

Question 18

Which of these things could mean freedom?

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A bird flying

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A door that's locked

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A heavy chain

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A bright star

Question 19

In the story where the main character learns to be brave, what is the main idea of the story?

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Courage

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Friendship

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Betrayal

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Loneliness

Question 20

What is the main difference between a theme and a symbol?

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A theme is an idea, and a symbol is something you can see.

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A symbol is true, and a theme is not true.

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A theme is for everyone, and a symbol is for one thing.

Question 21

What is the main purpose of a theme statement?

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To convey the central idea of the text

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To express the author's personal views

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To summarize the events of the story

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To provide a moral lesson

Question 22

What's the main idea or message in a story?

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The theme

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The lesson

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The setting

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The characters

Question 23

Which of these is NOT a good way to find a story's theme?

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Check the author's writing style

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Sum up the story

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Name the main characters

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Look for symbols

Question 24

What's the difference between a theme and a moral?

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A theme is a general idea, while a moral is a specific lesson.

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A theme is a lesson, while a moral is an idea.

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A theme is a feeling, while a moral is a thought.

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A theme is a character, while a moral is a setting.

Question 25

What is the main idea or message that the author conveys throughout the story?

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The theme

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The plot

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The characters

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The setting

Question 26

Which of the following is an example of a symbol in literature?

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An object that represents an idea or feeling

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A character's special name

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The location where the story takes place

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An event that moves the story forward

Question 27

How can symbolism help develop the main idea of a text?

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By suggesting deeper meanings and emotions beyond what is directly stated

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By making the story more exciting and engaging

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By providing clues about what will happen later in the story

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By explaining the author's ideas clearly

Question 28

What is the main conflict in a story where a young girl struggles to fit in with her new classmates?

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Person vs. Society

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Person vs. Self

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Person vs. Person

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Person vs. Nature

Question 29

Who is an example of a character that goes through a big change in a story?

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A dynamic character

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A flat character

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A static character

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A round character

Question 30

What is the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character, while the antagonist tries to stop them

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The antagonist is the main character, while the protagonist tries to stop them

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They are both the same type of character

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There is no difference between a protagonist and an antagonist

Question 31

In 'The Giving Tree', what is the main lesson the author is trying to teach?

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The joy of giving and receiving

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The importance of material possessions

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The dangers of deforestation

Question 32

Which of the following best describes a strong theme?

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Universal and relatable

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Vague and abstract

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Supported by little evidence

Question 33

What is the main purpose of using symbolism in literature?

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To make the story more meaningful and impactful

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To make the story visually appealing

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To confuse the reader

Question 34

Which special word helps the writer show a picture in your mind?

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Imagery

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

Question 35

Which of the following sentences uses a simile?

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He was as brave as a lion.

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The wind whispered through the leaves.

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She was a beautiful young girl.

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The sun was shining brightly.

Question 36

Why does the author use a flashback in the story?

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To explain something that happened in the past

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To hint at something that will happen in the future

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To reveal a secret about a character

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To build excitement and suspense

Question 37

Which literary device is used when a non-human thing is given human qualities?

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Personification

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Onomatopoeia

Question 38

In 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe', what does the lamppost symbolize?

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Guidance and hope

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Love and forgiveness

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Courage and perseverance

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Good versus evil

Question 39

In a story, a character might represent a specific quality, such as bravery or kindness. This is an example of:

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Symbolism

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Theme

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Plot

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Setting

Question 40

The main idea that the author wants to convey through the story is:

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Theme

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Setting

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Plot

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Character

Question 41

The main character of a story who changes because of what happens is called the:

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Protagonist

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Antagonist

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Narrator

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Bystander

Question 42

How can an author use the setting of a story to make us feel a certain way?

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By describing the weather and surroundings

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By describing what the characters are saying

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By describing what the characters are doing

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By describing what the narrator is thinking

Question 43

Which of these is an example of a problem that comes from outside the character, like a storm or a bully?

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Facing a tornado

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Feeling sad or angry

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Trying to learn to walk

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Deciding whether to be honest

Question 44

In stories, a dove often represents:

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Hope

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Evil

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Sadness

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Danger

Question 45

How can symbols help show the theme of a story?

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They can show abstract ideas in a way we can picture.

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They can tell us what will happen next.

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They can make us feel excited or scared.

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They can bring in new characters.

Question 46

How can thinking about the author's purpose help us find the theme of a story?

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It can show us the main message or goal of the story

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It can tell us why the characters act the way they do

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It can tell us where and when the story takes place

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It can show us how the story will end

Question 47

Which of these is a good way to prove your idea about the theme of a story?

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Give examples from the story.

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Talk about how the theme relates to your own life.

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Make up a new ending for the story.

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Guess what the author was thinking.

Question 48

In the story "Charlotte's Web," which element symbolizes hope and optimism?

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Charlotte's beautiful web

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The lively county fair

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The cozy and familiar barn

Question 49

In the poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening," which element represents a sense of affection and longing?

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The trusty horse

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The peaceful woods

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The soft, falling snow

Question 50

In the novel "The Great Gatsby," what symbolizes Gatsby's unfulfilled dreams and aspirations?

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The twinkling green light across the bay

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The desolate Valley of Ashes

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The luxurious Plaza Hotel