Industrial Revolution vs. Modern Times
What time period does Oliver Twist portray in relation to the Industrial Revolution?
The Victorian Era during the Industrial Revolution.
Fill in the blank: "The morning air was ___________ and refreshing, perfect for a jog."
Brisk
Who brings Oliver to the workhouse and gives him the name Oliver Twist?
Mr. Bumble.
What is one of the debatable questions from our unit?
-Should empathy be taught; or, can it be taught?
- Which is more important: morality or law?
Choose the correct article: "She bought ___ unique gift for her best friend."
A
Name one condition factory workers faced during the Industrial Revolution.
Long working hours in unsafe and unsanitary conditions.
Which word from our vocabulary means "to lessen or reduce tension"?
Mitigate
Who teaches Oliver how to pickpocket?
The Artful Dodger and Fagin
Which is more important: morality or law? Provide one example from Oliver Twist.
Answers will vary. (e.g.: Morality is shown to be more important, as Nancy risks her life to help Oliver escape from Fagin and Sikes despite breaking the law. )
Complete this sentence: "The cat ___ the toy mouse and hid it under the couch."
grabbed
In modern factories, how are workers sometimes mistreated, as described in the reading?
Workers are forced to lie about conditions during audits and live in cramped, substandard housing.
Use the word "profound" in a sentence that describes a strong emotion
Answers will vary. e.g.: "The novel described a profound sadness that lingered with the main character throughout his life."
How does Mr. Brownlow treat Oliver? Provide two examples.
Mr. Brownlow treats Oliver kindly by offering him a home and taking care of his health and education.
Should empathy be taught? Or can it be taught? Support your answer with specific examples from Oliver Twist or real life.
Answers will vary.
What is the correct form of the verb in this sentence: "It ___ them three days to finish painting the house."
Took
What similarities exist between the treatment of workers in the Industrial Revolution and those in modern factories?
Both faced exploitation, poor working conditions, and a lack of power or representation.
Identify the word from our vocabulary that describes a secretive or sneaky action.
Skulked
Describe the circumstances under which Oliver meets Mr. Brownlow.
Oliver meets Mr. Brownlow after being accused of stealing his handkerchief, but Mr. Brownlow realizes Oliver is innocent and takes him in.
What are the structural requirements for an extended essay response? Name all three.
An introduction, 1-2 body paragraphs, and a conclusion (each paragraph should be 4-6 sentences).
Rewrite this sentence correctly: "She has become use to waking up early every day."
She has become used to waking up early every day.
How does the mistreatment of workers reflect larger societal inequalities in both the Industrial Revolution and modern times?
It shows the disparity between the privileged (owners, auditors, etc.) and the vulnerable (workers), emphasizing systemic injustice.
Define the word "hypocrite" and provide an example of hypocritical behavior.
A hypocrite is someone who pretends to have moral standards or beliefs but acts in contradiction to them. For example, a politician advocating for honesty while engaging in corruption.
At the end of the film, what kind of life will Oliver lead with Mr. Brownlow? Support your answer with details.
Oliver will lead a stable and happy life with Mr. Brownlow, who will ensure he has a loving home and opportunities for education and growth.
Use examples from both Oliver Twist and real-life situations to explain how morality and law can sometimes conflict but both play an essential role in society.
Answers will vary. E.g.: In Oliver Twist, Nancy's moral decision to help Oliver conflicts with the law but is driven by her conscience. In real life, whistleblowers often break laws to expose corruption, demonstrating how morality can challenge unjust laws. On the other hand, laws provide structure and fairness, as shown in Mr. Brownlow’s pursuit of legal justice for Oliver, or how laws against discrimination protect vulnerable populations. Both morality and law work together to balance societal values.
Which is the correct sentence: "If the weather is nice tomorrow, we will go to the park." or "If the weather will be nice tomorrow, we will go to the park."
"If the weather is nice tomorrow, we will go to the park."