THEMES
What is one of the main themes explored in the Barbie movie?
A)The importance of wealth
B)Self-discovery and identity
C)The power of technology
D)The significance of history
B) Self-discovery and identity
In the Barbie Movie, which character starts as Barbie’s confidant, but later becomes an antagonist?
A) Skipper
B) Midge
C) Ken
D) Teresa
C) Ken
What are the two main settings in the Barbie Movie?
A) a futuristic city and a magical forest
B) a perfect dream world and the real world
C) an ancient castle and a modern city
D) a historical village and a fantasy kingdom.
B) a perfect dream world (Barbie World) and the real world (Reality)
What rhetorical device is used to exaggerate societal norms in the Barbie Movie?
A) Satire
B) Irony
C) Analogy
D) Foreshadowing
A) Satire
Which theme is highlighted through Barbie's interactions with other characters?
A)The value of competition
B)The importance of friendship and collaboration
C)The necessity of isolation
D)The power of revenge
B)The importance of friendship and collaboration
How does Barbie's character develop throughout the movie?
A)She becomes more materialistic
B)She learns to appreciate her unique qualities
C)She becomes more dependent on others
D)She loses her sense of humour
B) She learns to appreciate her unique qualities
How do visual elements in the Barbie movie enhance its themes?
A) By using dull colours to depict sadness
B) By incorporating vibrant colours to reflect creativity and imagination
C) By focusing solely on black and white imagery
D) By avoiding any use of symbolism
B) By incorporating vibrant colours to reflect creativity and imagination
Metaphors are used in the Barbie movie to convey deeper meanings. Which of the following is a metaphor used in the movie?
A) Barbie's world is a plastic paradise.
B) Barbie is as strong as a lion.
C) Barbie runs faster than the wind.
D) Barbie's eyes are like the ocean.
A) Barbie's world is a plastic paradise.
How does the movie’s portrayal of Barbie and Ken reflect feminist themes?
A) Both Barbie and Ken’s journies end in discovering they are happy without challenging traditional gender roles.
B) Both characters highlight how men and women can only succeed by embracing the patriarchy and societal norms
C) Barbie’s independence challenges gender stereotypes, while Ken’s insecurity reflects struggles with toxic masculinity
C) Barbie’s independence challenges gender stereotypes, while Ken’s insecurity reflects struggles with toxic masculinity
How does Ken’s character development illustrate the theme of identity in the movie?
A) Ken’s change shows that identity is fixed and unchanging
B) Ken’s growth highlights the struggle to find self-worth beyond societal expectations.
C) Ken’s development focuses on following traditional gender roles.
B) Ken’s growth highlights the struggle to find self-worth beyond societal expectations.
How does the contrast between Barbie Land and the real world help convey the movie’s message about societal expectations?
A) Barbie Land and the real world are identical in how they present societal norms.
B) The contrast emphasizes that real-world challenges are more complex than Barbie Land’s simplicity.
C) Both settings show that societal expectations are irrelevant to the story.
B) The contrast emphasizes that real-world challenges are more complex than Barbie Land’s simplicity.
How does the use of satire in the movie affect its portrayal of gender roles?
A) Satire makes gender roles seem more serious and unchangeable.
B) Satire exaggerates gender stereotypes to highlight their absurdity.
C) Satire avoids discussing gender roles entirely.
D) Satire reinforces traditional gender norms through humour.
B) Satire exaggerates gender stereotypes to highlight their absurdity
Why would the director intentionally explore feminism as a theme of the film?
(One or more of these solutions)
- To educate people about feminisim
- To empower a younger generation of women
- To comment/critique about the struggles and societal dilemmas women faced
Why would there only be a single ‘Alan’ in a world swarming with multiple ‘Barbie’ and ‘Ken’?
(One or more of these solutions)
- To highlight the different forms of masculinity men can aspire to follow
- To teach the lesson that sometimes it is better to be yourself and be an individual, there is only one of us
- That you don’t require the validations of others to have a meaningful life.
What would be the intended lesson behind the transition from ‘Barbie world’ to the real world?
(One or more of these answers)
- To inform the audience that even in a ‘perfect’ world, they are unaware of what is really happening.
- That a ‘perfect’ world is unrealistic and cartoonish
Why would a director utilise rhetorical devices to explore themes throughout a film?
(One or more of these answers)
To explore complex themes whilst keeping the movie light
To reference media without being copyrighted