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

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Which excerpt from Klara and the Sun shows an element of science fiction?

A
The artificial companions powered up slowly as the Sun's energy coursed through their systems.
B
The shop assistant dusted the display shelves before opening time.
C
Children pressed their faces to the window, hoping for a better view inside.
D
A mother and daughter compared prices while browsing the store aisles.
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Which is an example of indirect characterization?

A
Our teacher was quick to laugh. He had a great sense of humor.
B
The small girl smiled shyly after completing her piano solo.
C
Samuel was anxious and very eager to please his teacher.
D
Luke had a large vocabulary. He was an excellent writer.
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Which detail in the excerpt identifies it as science fiction?

A
Rex is described as a good companion for a child.
B
Rex is judged by a customer before being purchased.
C
Rex belongs to a model type called "B2, Third series."
D
Rex is chosen by families who visit the store.
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Which detail in the excerpt identifies it as science fiction?

A
Rex is looking for a home.
B
The AFs grow tired away from the sun.
C
The AFs prefer to be in the window.
D
Rex is worried something is wrong with him.
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What do readers learn about the setting in this excerpt?

A
The store is in a quiet neighborhood with few people.
B
People inside the store interact directly with passers-by.
C
The store is in a bustling area where AFs watch life happening.
D
The window blocks the Sun from entering the store.
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Which are common elements of science fiction? Select 3 options.

A
true-to-life settings
B
imagined worlds
C
everyday events
D
non-human characters
E
themes of change
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Which detail in the excerpt identifies it as science fiction?

A
AFs worry that they will be reprimanded for standing in the wrong place
B
AFs expect that customers will eventually choose them.
C
AFs have technical requirements that determine how they function.
D
AFs stand in different locations around the store during the day.
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Which line is an example of direct characterization?

A
The owner said that the new model was observant and precise in all tasks.
B
The assistant smiled warmly at each shopper who entered the showroom.
C
Some models assumed that their careful habits made them seem thoughtful.
D
The owner nodded after watching the model complete its assignment.
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Which line best helps readers identify an urban setting?

A
Susan dusted the display table while waiting for her manager to arrive.
B
Taron listened carefully as the children whispered to one another about their school day.
C
Through the store window, Beatrice watched taxis slowing at the crosswalk and office workers weaving through the morning crowds.
D
The lights inside the store dimmed as closing time approached.
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What do readers learn about the setting in this excerpt?

A
The store is in a mall filled with many similar shops.
B
The back of the store has brighter lighting than the front.
C
The window is a highly valued display space inside the store.
D
The AFs greet customers directly outside on the sidewalk.

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