Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
- 1. Fun Home, a graphic memoir by Alison Bechdel, intricately weaves the author’s exploration of her upbringing in a funeral home, her complex relationship with her father, and her own journey of identity and sexuality. The narrative grapples with themes of familial love, loss, and the quest for self-understanding, all set against the backdrop of Bechdel's unique perspective as a lesbian growing up in a conservative environment. The title itself, a playful juxtaposition of ‘fun’ and ‘home,’ reflects the duality of her father's profession and the often somber realities of life and death that permeated her childhood. Throughout the book, Bechdel employs rich visual storytelling, blending detailed illustrations with poignant text, to convey her experiences and emotions related to her father's hidden life as a closeted gay man, his eventual suicide, and how these elements influenced her own coming out narrative. By referencing literature and cultural artifacts, Bechdel creates a resonant dialogue between her personal history and broader societal themes, rendering Fun Home a profound meditation on acceptance, belonging, and the enduring bonds of family.
What is the primary theme of 'Fun Home'?
A) Coming of age and identity
B) Sports and competition
C) Technology and its impact
D) War and peace
- 2. Who is the author of 'Fun Home'?
A) Haruki Murakami
B) Alison Bechdel
C) David Foster Wallace
D) Margaret Atwood
- 3. Which literary form does 'Fun Home' take?
A) Short stories
B) Novel
C) Graphic memoir
D) Poetry
- 4. What is the name of Bechdel's mother?
A) Barbara
B) Helen
C) Katherine
D) Susan
- 5. What artistic medium does Bechdel use in 'Fun Home'?
A) Sculpture
B) Photography
C) Painting
D) Comics
- 6. In what year was 'Fun Home' published?
A) 2015
B) 2006
C) 2000
D) 2010
- 7. What does Bechdel explore in relation to her father?
A) Travel experiences
B) Shared identity and repression
C) Political views
D) Financial issues
- 8. Which of Alison's works follows 'Fun Home'?
A) The Secret to Superhuman Strength
B) Are You My Mother?
C) Zodiac Starforce
D) The Essential Dykes to Watch Out For
- 9. What contributes to Bechdel understanding her father?
A) Literature and art
B) Travel
C) Sports
D) Science
- 10. What does the term 'fun home' refer to?
A) A childhood home
B) The family funeral home
C) A vacation spot
D) A theme park
- 11. Who is one of Alison's significant influences?
A) Virginia Woolf
B) Harper Lee
C) Stephen King
D) Toni Morrison
- 12. What does Bechdel's artwork often explore?
A) Science fiction themes
B) Historical events
C) Family relationships
D) Fantasy adventures
- 13. Which of the following motifs appears in 'Fun Home'?
A) Adventure
B) Death
C) Love
D) Friendship
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