Short Stories & Narratives
What is the term for the person telling the story?
The Narrator
Name a common theme in stories about teenagers.
Peer Pressure
Who is the narrator of the story?
Ellie
Who wrote Animal Farm?
George Orwell
What is a stereotype often associated with Australian identity?
Being laid-back or rugged.
What are the three main parts of a narrative structure?
Orientation, complication, and resolution.
What does Ellie struggle with most in Tomorrow, When the War Began?
Balancing her survival instincts with her humanity.
What happens to the town of Wirrawee while the teens are camping?
It is invaded
What does the character Napoleon represent?
Dictatorship or Joseph Stalin
Name one literary text that represents Australian identity.
Tomorrow When the War Began
Name a literary device used to hint at future events in a story.
Foreshadowing
Why is representation of teen issues important in literature?
It helps readers understand and relate to challenges they might face in their own lives.
Name one of the survival strategies the group uses to resist the invaders.
Guerilla tactics, hiding in Hell, or sabotaging enemy supplies.
What is the original slogan of Animalism?
"All animals are equal."
What does mateship symbolize in Australian literature?
Loyalty, camaraderie, and support among friends.
What is the term for a character's turning point or moment of greatest tension?
The Climax
What is a symbol often used in literature to represent teenage rebellion?
Breaking rules, fire, or graffiti.
What does the title, Tomorrow, When the War Began, suggest about the story's themes?
The idea of change, resilience, and the unknown challenges of the future.
How does Animal Farm demonstrate the abuse of power?
The pigs manipulate the other animals and rewrite the rules for their benefit.
How is the Australian outback often represented in stories about Australian identity?
As harsh and unforgiving but also beautiful and central to Australian resilience.
In a short story, what is the difference between theme and moral?
The theme is the underlying message or idea, while the moral is a specific lesson the story teaches.
What role does friendship play in addressing teen issues in stories?
Friendship often provides support, drives the plot, and highlights themes of loyalty and trust.
How does Tomorrow, When the War Began explore Australian identity?
Through themes of mateship, independence, and the connection to the land.
What is the significance of the phrase "Four legs good, two legs bad"?
It highlights propaganda and the simplicity of slogans to manipulate thought.
What role do Indigenous perspectives play in shaping Australian identity in literature?
They highlight Australia's deep cultural heritage and challenge historical narratives.