The Rocking Horse Winner

TRUE or FALSE: Paul's mother works outside the home.

• TRUE

• FALSE

TRUE or FALSE: When Paul's mother is notified that she will be given a $1000 a year, she is overwhelmed with gratitude.

• TRUE

• FALSE

TRUE or FALSE: Paul's mother starts budgeting money and controlling her spending when the debts get too large.

• TRUE

• FALSE

TRUE or FALSE: Paul's uncle gave him the money he started winning with.

• TRUE

• FALSE

TRUE or FALSE: Paul's father abandoned his family, leaving them poor.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following best describes Paul's mother in the introduction to the story?

• kind and loving, a good mother

• cold and distant, burdened

• somewhat indifferent, but with good intentions

• physically and emotionally abusive

Which of the following words best describes the author's tone?

• sad

• optimistic

• critical

• indifferent

What does Paul's "luck" cost him?

• his strength

• his horse

• his sister

• his life

Why is Paul so determined to be "lucky"?

• He is greedy.

• He wants to be like his dad.

• He wants his uncle's respect.

• He needs his mother's affection.

On what does Paul's mother blame the family's financial situation?

• the economy

• her husband's bad luck

• her own spending habits

• her paltry inheritance