Carmen

Question 1

What does Carmen consistently tell Ofelia about fairy tales?

Answer 1

Fairy tales are not real

This reflects Carmen’s acceptance of grim reality.

Question 2

What action does Carmen take that results in her own death?

Answer 2

Throws the mandrake in the fire

This act symbolizes the intertwining of fantasy and reality.

Question 3

How does Carmen’s attitude towards Ofelia’s beliefs reflect the theme of the film?

Answer 3

It shows the division between children and adults

Carmen wants Ofelia to grow up quickly in a dark reality.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Carmen wants Ofelia to grow up quickly and adapt to the _______.

Answer 4

terrible reality

Question 5

What is the overall tone of the situation Ofelia is in?

Answer 5

Dark and foreboding

This contributes to the film’s theme of fantasy versus reality.

Question 6

True or False: The film portrays magic as a real and positive force.

Answer 6

False

The film suggests that magic does not exist and highlights the harshness of reality.

Question 7

What does the phrase ‘Cuentos de hadas… ya eres muy mayor para llenarte la cabeza con tantas zarandajas’ imply?

Answer 7

Adults dismiss fairy tales as nonsense

This emphasizes the loss of innocence and the harsh realities of adulthood.