Writers
$100: Who wrote The Necklace?
Guy de Maupassant
Who is the protagonist of Marigolds?
Lizabeth
What is the central theme of The Necklace?
The deceptiveness of appearances and the dangers of vanity
In The Necklace, what is a synonym for the word “adorn”?
Decorate
What kind of flower does Miss Lottie grow in Marigolds?
Marigolds
What is the nationality of the author of The Necklace?
French
What is the name of the woman who loses the necklace in The Necklace?
Mathilde Loisel
In Marigolds, what does the destruction of the marigolds symbolize?
The loss of innocence
What does the word "incongruent" mean in Marigolds?
Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings
How many years did Mathilde and her husband spend repaying the debt in The Necklace?
Ten years
Which author explores themes of memory and regret in Marigolds?
Eugenia Collier
What is the name of Mathilde Loisel’s husband in The Necklace?
Monsieur Loisel
What theme is explored in The Future in My Arms through the narrator’s reflections on motherhood?
Love, responsibility, and the bond between mothers and children
In The Future in My Arms, what is the meaning of the word "repozwa"?
A sacred place
In The Future in My Arms, what does the baby symbolize?
Hope and the continuity of life
Who is the author of The Future in My Arms?
Edwidge Danticat
Who is the narrator in The Future in My Arms?
How does regret function as a theme in The Necklace?
Mathilde regrets her vanity and the choices that led to her hardship.
Define "symbolism," as seen in "The Necklace". Give an example.
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
The Necklace symbolizes "deception" even though it looks like an authentic necklace.
What literary device is used when the necklace turns out to be fake in The Necklace?
Irony
In Marigolds, the author reflects on the transition from childhood to adulthood. What literary device is predominantly used in this reflection?
Flashback
In Marigolds, what is the name of Lizabeth’s younger brother?
Joey
In Marigolds, how does the setting contribute to the theme of poverty and resilience?
The Great Depression backdrop highlights the characters’ struggles and strength.
What does "hyperbole" mean, as a literary device?
In Marigolds, why does Lizabeth destroy the marigolds?
Out of frustration and confusion during her transition from childhood to adulthood