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Magical Realism Review

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1
Which of the following examples would fit the criteria of magical realism?
A dog that rides a surfboard
A mirror that is a gateway to another dimension
A magical wardrobe that transports you to another land
A magic carpet that obeys the laws of physics
2
In "The Transformation of Arachne into a Spider," Pallas personates an old lady to give Arachne advice.
True
False
3
What does Salman Rushdie refer to as the "human truth" in literature?
Flying carpets are real
Univeral ideas that we can all relate to
Fiction can sometimes be based on true events
People sometimes lie and we have to uncover the truth in literature
4
In what ways are both Arachne and the goddess Pallas similar?
They are both confident their weaving abilities.
They are both human.
They both have magical powers.
They both weave tapestries that praise the gods.
5
What has to happen in order for the magic carpet to fit the criteria for "magical realism"?
All of the above
You have to ask yourself realistic questions about it
You have to determine how it would function, so it becomes believable
It has to be a work of fiction
6
What truth is Arachne revealing in her tapestry?
The gods should be respected or else there will be consequences
The gods can be cruel and deceptive to mortals.
The gods are treated horribly morals.
The gods forgive easily.
7
What character flaw does Pallas believe Arachne possesses?
Arache doesn't believe in herself
Arachne is not hospitable because she doesn't invite Pallas over to weave
Arachne is ungrateful and doesn't appreciate her parents
Arachne brags too much and should stop to appreciate the gods.