AnswersCA-Common Core English Language Arts 10A Doll’s House, Part 3: Theme and Society

Comparing Themes in Literature Answers

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Which statement best explains how word choice supports the author’s perspective?

A
The irony of the phrase contrary instincts supports the author’s perspective.
B
Repetition reinforces the perspective that women have a variety of life choices.
C
The negative connotations of thwarted and pulled asunder reinforce the idea that women face discrimination.
D
The connotation of the word gifted supports the author’s perspective that women have greater skills than men.
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Which words or phrases from the text support the author’s perspective that gifted female writers had difficulty gaining recognition? Check all that apply.

A
“needs little skill”
B
“hindered by other people”
C
“tortured and pulled asunder”
D
“contrary instincts”
E
“to a certainty”
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Based on the underlined words in the text, what inference can be made about the author’s perspective?

A
Female authors are reserved, so they prefer to remain anonymous.
B
Society discriminates against women, so female writers often hide their identity.
C
Judith Shakespeare did not face the same challenges as other women of her era.
D
Female authors are just as talented as male authors, and they get equal recognition.
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How does the author’s overall word choice in the reading support her perspective?

A
The author uses rhetorical devices and rhetorical questions to emphasize the perspective that women were steadily gaining equal rights.
B
The author chiefly uses imagery and irony to help the reader visualize the various opportunities explored by women playwrights long ago.
C
The author frequently changes from words with positive connotations to words with negative connotations to portray a balanced view of women in society.
D
The author chooses words with positive connotations to describe the gifts of women writers, and negative words to discuss the lack of opportunities and rights for women.

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