The Story of an Hour Quiz

What news did Mrs. Mallard receive that caused her great emotional distress?

• She received news of her sister's illness.

• She received news of her husband's death.

• She received news of a friend moving away.

• She received news of losing her job.

How did Mrs. Mallard react immediately after hearing the news about her husband?

• She went to her room to be alone.

• She laughed uncontrollably.

• She went outside to get some fresh air.

• She started planning the funeral.

What physical condition is mentioned that Mrs. Mallard suffers from?

• She has a visual impairment.

• She has a heart trouble.

• She has a hearing problem.

• She has a mobility issue.

What effect did the news of her husband's death have on Mrs. Mallard's surroundings as she observed them?

• She noticed the lively street activities.

• She observed the calmness of the night.

• She saw patches of blue sky and felt the rain's breath.

• She heard loud noises from a nearby festival.

What emotion does the character primarily feel upon realizing her new freedom?

• Fear

• Joy

• Anger

• Confusion

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What repeated phrase signifies the character's realization of freedom?

• "Go away."

• "Free, free, free!"

• "What are you doing, Louise?"

• "She knew that."

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How does the character react to the thought of living for herself in the future?

• She feels overwhelmed and sad.

• She is indifferent and unresponsive.

• She welcomes the thought with open arms.

• She rejects the idea completely.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What action does Josephine take when she speaks to Louise through the door?

• She orders her to come out.

• She begs her to open the door.

• She laughs and walks away.

• She ignores her completely.

What was the cause of the woman's death in the story?

• A long illness

• A sudden accident

• Heart disease from overwhelming joy

• A tragic fall

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Who entered the house carrying a grip-sack and umbrella?

• Richards

• Josephine

• Brently Mallard

• The doctor