"The Ransom of Red Chief" Test

Front

What is the main reason Sam walks to Poplar Grove?

Back

To get some information and post his ransom letter.

Front

What part of the plot pyramid is represented when kidnappers pay the father to hold the boy while they escape?

Back

Resolution.

Front

Why did Sam and Bill decide to pay Ebenezer Dorset?

Back

They wanted to get rid of his son.

Front

What was Bill's reasoning for suggesting a lower ransom amount of $1,500?

Back

He did not think anyone would pay $2,000 for the boy.

Front

What term describes the feeling created by a literary work?

Back

Mood.

Front

What is the primary theme of 'The Ransom of Red Chief'?

Back

The consequences of crime and the unexpected outcomes of kidnapping.

Front

How does the character of Red Chief contribute to the story's humor?

Back

His mischievous behavior and attitude towards his captors create comedic situations.

Front

What literary device is used when the kidnappers' plan backfires?

Back

Irony.

Front

What motivates Sam and Bill to kidnap Red Chief?

Back

They believe they can make easy money through ransom.

Front

How does the setting of the story influence the plot?

Back

The rural setting creates a sense of isolation and amplifies the absurdity of the situation.