Sorry Wrong Number by Lucille Fletcher Comprehension Test

Identify the key plot point where Mrs. Stevenson overhears a murder plot over the telephone.

• When she sees a suspicious person outside her window

• When she receives a letter in the mail

• When she listens to a recording of the conversation

• When she picks up the telephone and is connected to a crossed line

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the main conflict in the story?

• The struggle of Mrs. Stevenson to get help after overhearing a murder plot on the telephone.

• Mrs. Stevenson's internal struggle with self-doubt.

• Mrs. Stevenson's battle with the phone company.

• Mrs. Stevenson's struggle to find a lost pet.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Explain the dramatic irony in the scene where Mrs. Stevenson tries to get help from the operator.

• The audience knows that Mrs. Stevenson is safe, but she is unaware of it.

• The audience knows that Mrs. Stevenson is in danger, but she is unaware of it.

• The operator knows that Mrs. Stevenson is safe, but she is unaware of it.

• The operator knows that Mrs. Stevenson is in danger, but she is unaware of it.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Why does Mrs. Stevenson's fear cause her to make certain decisions throughout the story?

• She is a secret agent on a mission

• She is a professional stuntwoman and enjoys taking risks

• She is in a life-threatening situation and feels helpless.

• She is on vacation and wants to relax

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the dialogue between Mrs. Stevenson and the operator differ when she tries to get the police on the line.

• Mrs. Stevenson is calm and collected, while the operator is understanding and helpful.

• Mrs. Stevenson is frantic and desperate, while the operator is initially patient but becomes frustrated with Mrs. Stevenson's insistence.

• Mrs. Stevenson is uninterested, while the operator is rude and dismissive.

• Mrs. Stevenson is apologetic and polite, while the operator is kind and understanding.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What can you infer about the character of Mrs. Stevenson based on her actions and thoughts in the story?

• Calm, relaxed, and carefree

• Confident, assertive, and fearless

• Friendly, outgoing, and sociable

• Anxious, paranoid, and easily agitated

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the use of monologue by Mrs. Stevenson help the reader understand her state of mind and emotions?

• Mrs. Stevenson's monologue has no impact on the reader's understanding of her state of mind and emotions

• The use of monologue by Mrs. Stevenson confuses the reader about her state of mind and emotions

• Mrs. Stevenson's monologue only serves to hide her true emotions from the reader

• Mrs. Stevenson's monologue allows the reader to directly access her thoughts and feelings, providing insight into her state of mind and emotions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What inference can you make about the identity of the murderer based on the clues provided in the text?

• The text does not provide enough information to make a specific inference about the identity of the murderer.

• The murderer is the main character's husband

• The murderer is the main character's best friend

• The murderer is a complete stranger

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What does Mrs. Stevenson's inability to get help reveal about her character?

• It reveals that she is an irresponsible character.

• It reveals that she is a strong and independent character.

• It reveals that she is a stubborn and determined character.

• It reveals that she is a fearful and desperate character.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the operator's reaction to Mrs. Stevenson's pleas for help reveal about their character?

• The operator is empathetic and patient.

• The operator is indifferent and dismissive.

• The operator is rude and unhelpful.

• The operator is understanding and cooperative.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3