Quality (John Galsworthy)

Who is the author of Quality?

• James Joyce

• John Galsworthy

• Jack London

• William Faulkner

What is the name given to the shoemaker brothers?

(a)  

What is the name given to the narrator in the story?

• Royal

• Leather

• Zend

• He doesn't have a name.

Fill in the blank: "The craftmen's shop is located in the .......... of London."

• East End

• South End

• North End

• West End

Fill in the blank: "The Gessler brothers is described to have .......... origins."

• French

• German

• Spanish

• Dutch

Which of the following characteristic is not the one that the Gessler brothers have in common?

• Cultural holdover

• Lack of confidence

• Deep respect for the craft

• Obsessive attention to details

How many pairs of shoes does the narrator originally order from Mr. Gessler?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

Answer explanation

"I ordered three pairs, though I had only wanted two, and quickly left."

How would you describe Mr. Gessler's attitude towards his craft?

• Indifferent and careless

• Passionate and dedicated

• Greedy and profit-driven

• Flexible and adaptable

What could the "big firm" shoes the narrator mentions represent?

• Traditional craftmanship

• Speed and efficiency

• Inferior quality and mass production

• Luxury and exclusivity

The story hints a changing society at that time. Which of the following statements best reflects this change?

• A growing appreciation for handmade goals.

• A shift towards prioritizing quality over quantity.

• An increasing emphasis on speed and efficiency.

• A decline in the importance of skilled craftsmanship.