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The Twits
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"The Twits" Quiz

"The Twits" is a darkly humorous tale about a nasty, pranking couple who ultimately fall victim to their own malicious tricks, orchestrated by the animals they mistreat.

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  1. Discuss the theme of cruelty and how it is portrayed through the characters of Mr. and Mrs. Twit in 'The Twits'.
  2. Analyze the role of humor in 'The Twits' and how it contributes to the overall message of the book.
  3. How does Roald Dahl use descriptive language to create the grotesque image of Mr. and Mrs. Twit? Provide examples from the text.
  4. Examine the use of power dynamics in 'The Twits'. How do Mr. and Mrs. Twit exert power over each other and the animals?
  5. Discuss the significance of the Roly-Poly Bird and the Muggle-Wump monkeys in the story. What do they symbolize?
  6. In 'The Twits', how does Roald Dahl address the concept of justice? Is the ending of the story justified?
  7. Evaluate the character development in 'The Twits'. Do Mr. and Mrs. Twit undergo any transformation throughout the story?
  8. Explore the use of irony in 'The Twits'. How does Roald Dahl use irony to enhance the narrative and themes?
  9. How does Roald Dahl depict the concept of ugliness? Is it limited to physical appearance or does it extend to moral character?
  10. What role does revenge play in 'The Twits'? How is it portrayed and what are its consequences?
  11. Analyze the narrative style of 'The Twits'. How does Dahl’s use of third-person narration affect the reader's understanding of the story?
  12. Discuss the role of imagination and creativity in the monkeys' plan to escape from the Twits. How are these themes important in the book?
  13. How does Dahl’s portrayal of the Twits challenge traditional notions of family and marriage?