Q2 Short Stories

Which example below does NOT help the reader to understand that the Wright family represents a stereotypical American family?

• Mrs. Wright is a nosy homemaker

• Tommie Wright loves to play baseball

• Mr. Wright works, watches the game, ignores his wife

• The Wright family is looking for a friend for Tommie

What does the last name "Wright" suggest?

• Americans are always "right"

• The Wright family consists of writers

• The Wright family members are all right-handed

• Americans are never "right"

What does the last name Sakkaro mean?

• Stereotypical

• Sugar

• Salt

• Sand

1. How does the change in weather change the mood of the story?

• Once it is clear that rain is imminent, the mood becomes gloomy and the Sakkaros start to become anxious about leaving Murphy’s Park.

• Once it is clear that rain is imminent, the mood becomes jubilant and the Sakkaros are excited about leaving Murphy’s Park.

• Once the clouds clear and the sun comes out, the mood becomes gloomy as the Sakkaros are saddened to end their day at the park with the Wrights.

• Once the clouds clear and the sun comes out, the mood becomes jubilant as the Sakkaros are excited to spend their day at the park with the Wrights.

Which is an example of irony in "A Retrieved Reformation"?

• Jimmy getting caught by the police

• Jimmy falling in love with Annabelle

• Jimmy choosing to become a law-abiding citizen

• Jimmy being a successful safecracker

What lesson can be learned from "A Retrieved Reformation"?

• People are incapable of change

• It is possible for people to reform and start anew

• It is important to always follow the law

• Crime doesn't pay in the long run

How would you describe Madame Loisel's character at the beginning of "The Necklace"?

• Content and satisfied

• Ambitious and aspiring

• Jealous and bitter

• Adventurous and carefree

What is the primary conflict in "The Necklace"?

• Person vs. Self

• Person vs. Society

• Person vs. Nature

• Person vs. Person

Which statement best describes the mood of the story "The Necklace"?

• • Optimistic and hopeful

• • Mysterious and suspenseful

• Humorous and lighthearted

• Melancholic and tragic

1. What is the significance of the necklace in "The Necklace"?

• It symbolizes Madame Loisel's desire for material possessions.

• It represents the social status of Madame Loisel.

• It serves as a gift from Madame Forestier to Madame Loisel.

• It holds sentimental value for Madame Loisel.