Theme Unit

Who is Epimetheus?

The theme of "Pandora's Box" is despite evil in the world, hope will prevail.

What did Prometheus steal for mankind?

Epimetheus had been warned to not trust the gods.

A "thematic statement" states the message of the text, but the theme "topic" states the subject of the theme.

When an older or more experienced character gives another character advice, this is known as...

An objective summary should include direct quotes and evidence from the text.

A message that is not stated and must be inferred by the reader

What character trait best describes the narrator?

The music box symbolizes beauty.

ALL of the following evil was released from the box EXCEPT for

Nenny does not like the music box.

When determining symbol, as yourself "how do the characters react to the object that continues to reappear?"

A summary should include ALL Of the following except

Which of the following is NOT a clue to determining theme?

What item did the narrator's family buy from the junk store in the past?

The dust in the junk shop could be a symbol for...

The mnemonic "SAW CATSS" helps you remember the clues to determining THEME.

What character trait best describes Nenny, the narrator's sister?

A summary should NOT be objective.

To remain objective in your summary, you should NOT state your own opinions.

A theme that is found throughout ALL of literature and in different cultures/time periods

The theme "beauty can be found in unexpected places" is true for which story?

Who warned Epimetheus to not trust the gods?

The setting is an important clue to theme in "Gil's Furniture: Bought & Sold."

Epimetheus ignores his brother's warning to not trust the gods by accepting Pandora as his wife.

Which goddess gifted Pandora curiosity, which ultimately leads to the success of Zeus' plan for revenge?

A message that is written directly in the text or is immediately obvious

Who gave Pandora her dowry, the casket of magic?

At the end of the story, the "quivering, " "winged creature" symbolizes evil.

What is the setting of "Gil's Furniture: Bought & Sold?"

What ultimately prompts Pandora to open her dowry?

Zeus created a "subtle" plan that would take revenge on Prometheus' brother AND mankind.

A message about life or human nature

True or False? The title of a story can suggest an important idea or symbol?

The reader can infer that the narrator is embarrassed because she thinks the music box is beautiful.

Which god/goddess created Pandora out of materials from the earth?