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Science Fiction Literature: Kazuo Ishiguro’s Klara and the Sun Answers

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What conclusion can be drawn about Bilbo’s party based on the description of the setting?

A
The party will be large and extravagant and will be held outdoors.
B
The party will be a small gathering of Bilbo’s closest friends.
C
The party will include games and entertainment but no food.
D
The party will take place first thing in the morning.
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Which quotation from The Fellowship of the Ring is an example of direct characterization?

A
“Bilbo met the guests (and additions) at the new white gate in person.”
B
“He had a long white beard and bushy eyebrows that stuck out beyond the brim of his hat.”
C
“Bilbo left his place and went and stood on a chair under the illuminated tree.”
D
“‘Who will laugh, I wonder?’ said Gandalf, shaking his head.”
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What can the reader most clearly infer about Bilbo from the passage?

A
Bilbo is soft-spoken and timid.
B
Bilbo is assertive and commanding.
C
Bilbo is humorous and lighthearted.
D
Bilbo is arrogant and disliked.
4

How is Frodo characterized in the passage?

A
as funny and outgoing
B
as reserved and thoughtful
C
as angry and bitter
D
as jealous and rude
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Which elements in the passage are common elements of fantasy literature? Check all that apply.

A
a magical object
B
a powerful speech
C
a mythical or imaginary creature
D
a made-up setting
E
a character who keeps secrets
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What conclusion can be drawn about the store based on the description of the setting?

A
The front alcove is a coveted space for the AFs.
B
Any location in the store is considered good placement.
C
Customers only considered AFs in the window display
D
Only the window received any sunlight.
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Which quotation from Klara and the Sun is an example of direct characterization?

A
Then a moment later, the child said, 'Oh, but Mom, come on.'
B
'Klara, you're quite remarkable,' Manager said, keeping her voice soft so as not to disturb Rosa and the others.
C
She lowered her eyes and was quiet, so I waited.
D
At one point the mother called, but the girl ignored her and went on staring up at Rex's face.
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What can the reader most clearly infer about Rex from the passage?

A
Rex is soft-spoken and timid.
B
Rex is a condescending know-it-all.
C
Rex is humorous and lighthearted.
D
Rex is worried for his friend's safety.
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How is Klara characterized in the passage?

A
as happy and outgoing
B
as unusually observant
C
as uninterested and bored
D
as demanding of others
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Which elements in the passage are common elements of science fiction literature? Select three answers.

A
a non-human character
B
a powerful speech
C
AI technology
D
a futuristic setting
E
a character who keeps secrets

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