Button, Button Quiz

What is the author's purpose in describing the package in detail at the beginning of the story?

• To create suspense

• To introduce the characters

• To provide background information

• To set the scene

How does Norma initially react to the button box and Mr. Steward?

• She is curious and intrigued

• She is scared and suspicious

• She is uninterested and offended

• She is excited and hopeful

What is Arthur's attitude towards the button unit?

• He is curious and intrigued

• He is scared and suspicious

• He is uninterested and offended

• He is excited and hopeful

Why does Norma call Mr. Steward?

• To ask for more information

• To decline the offer

• To confirm the authenticity

• To negotiate the payment

How does Norma's interest in the button unit impact the suspense of the story?

• It increases the suspense

• It decreases the suspense

• It has no impact on the suspense

• It resolves the suspense

Mr. Steward returns the button unit to the Lewis home after his phone conversation with Norma. How does this action affect the Norma ?

• It encourages Norma to consider using the button unit.

• It makes Arthur think about the advantages of the button unit.

• It makes Norma and Arthur suspect that Mr. Steward is a criminal.

• It encourages Norma and Arthur to think of ways to improve their life.

In paragraphs 129-145, what does the dialogue reveal about Norma's motivations for pushing the button?

• She is tired of arguing with Arthur.

• She believes she deserves a better life.

• She wants to become a more adventurous person.

• She wants to be part of a psychological experiment.

Who is more to blame for Arthur's death: Norma or Mr. Steward? Explain your answer.

• Norma, because she made the decision to push the button.

• Mr. Steward, because he presented the offer and manipulated Norma.

• Both Norma and Mr. Steward share equal blame.

• Neither Norma nor Mr. Steward are to blame.

What is the significance of the button in the story?

• It is a symbol of power

• It is a symbol of temptation

• It is a symbol of wealth

• It is a symbol of fear

What is Arthur's reaction when Norma decides to push the button?

• He is shocked and disappointed

• He is relieved and happy

• He is indifferent and unresponsive

• He is excited and supportive