(Excerpt from Chapter 7 of Anna Karenina, by Leo Tolstoy)
7. How does the style of the passage connect to the theme of maintaining the social order?
A.
Its vivid description of numerous characters shows that changes are coming to every social class.
B.
Its pastoral focus on the mother and child shows the way in which beliefs are passed through classes.
C.
Its use of stream of consciousness shows how the protagonist becomes distracted from larger issues.
D.
Its long and complex sentences show that matters related to social rank and privilege were equally complex.
E.
Its matter-of-fact tone shows that the social order was of vital and primary importance to members of society.
8. What is the purpose of the description of the baby at the beginning and end of this passage?
A.
to foreshadow larger social changes
B.
to create suspense about his destiny
C.
to illustrate the importance of the next generation
D.
to imply that Kitty's children will turn against her
E.
to show Kitty's primarily domestic function
9. How do the canopy and the fan in the first paragraph of this passage develop a theme present in the passage?
A.
They show a typical household scene.
B.
They illustrate the suffering of the lower classes.
C.
They represent the separation of women from men.
D.
They represent the sheltered world in which Kitty lives.
E.
They demonstrate Kitty's desire to think well of her husband.
10. Which of the following best describes the effect of Kitty's physical location on the reader's understanding of the novel's society?
A.
It indicates that women are closer to nature than men.
B.
It illustrates the contempt in which she holds the men.
C.
It shows that motherhood is a primarily private process.
D.
It emphasizes her isolation from the men talking inside.
E.
It demonstrates that men did not value women's contributions.
e, c, a, d
7. E. Its matter-of-fact tone shows that the social order was of vital and primary importance to members of society. Because let's face it, nothing says "vital and important" quite like a matter-of-fact tone.
8. C. To illustrate the importance of the next generation. Babies are like tiny reminders that life goes on and that the future is in good hands, or at least in tiny, chubby ones.
9. D. They represent the sheltered world in which Kitty lives. Just like a canopy protects you from the rain, Kitty's world is protected from the harsh realities of society. Canopies and fans are like the bubble wrap of social circles.
10. D. It emphasizes her isolation from the men talking inside. Kitty is like a little lost sheep, wandering outside while the men have all the important conversations. It's like she's saying, "Hey, don't mind me, I'll just be over here in my little corner, being ignored."
7. The style of the passage connects to the theme of maintaining the social order by option D. Its long and complex sentences show that matters related to social rank and privilege were equally complex. This suggests that the social order is intricate and layered, reflecting the complexities of social hierarchy.
To arrive at this answer, you can analyze the passage and identify the stylistic elements that support the theme of maintaining the social order. Look out for long and complex sentences, as well as any mention of social rank or privilege.
8. The purpose of the description of the baby at the beginning and end of this passage is to emphasize the importance of the next generation, option C. By highlighting the baby, the passage underscores the role of future generations in upholding and perpetuating the social order.
To determine the purpose of the description, examine the context surrounding the mention of the baby. Consider how this emphasis on the next generation aligns with the theme of maintaining the social order.
9. The canopy and the fan in the first paragraph of this passage develop a theme present in the passage by representing the sheltered world in which Kitty lives, option D. They symbolize the protected and enclosed environment that Kitty inhabits, highlighting her separation from the larger world and reinforcing her position within the social order.
To understand how the canopy and the fan develop a theme, look for the symbolic significance of these objects in the passage. Consider how they contribute to the portrayal of Kitty's surroundings and her role within society.
10. Kitty's physical location in the passage contributes to the reader's understanding of the novel's society by emphasizing her isolation from the men talking inside, option D. This suggests that there is a separation between genders, with women often excluded from the male-dominated spheres of influence.
To determine the effect of Kitty's physical location, examine the passage and note any descriptions of her relation to the men. Consider how this positioning reflects power dynamics and societal norms regarding gender roles.