Ruthless by William de Mille

What season is described in the first paragraph of "Ruthless" by William de Mille?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

What was the condition of the bottle of Bourbon that Judson Webb took?

• Full

• Half full

• Empty

• Nearly empty

What did Marcia see in her husband's hand that surprised her?

• A book

• A bottle

• A set of keys

• A letter

What literary device is used in the phrase "clear October sunlight"?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Imagery

• Personification

What does the phrase "air full of Autumn's tang" suggest?

• The air is cold and dry

• The air is warm and humid

• The air is filled with the smell of autumn leaves

• The air is polluted

Describe Judson's line of thinking here. Does he think what he is doing is wrong?

• No, he believes he is justified in his actions.

• Yes, he feels guilty about his actions.

• He is unsure about his actions.

• He doesn't care about his actions.

What does Judson mean by "When it comes to protecting my property I make my own laws"?

What is Judson's reaction to the theft of his liquor?

• He is angry and wants revenge.

• He is indifferent and doesn't care.

• He is happy and relieved.

• He is scared and wants to avoid the thief.

Why does Judson need to go outside?

• To fetch his hunting boots.

• To meet someone.

• To get some fresh air.

• To check on his car.

What did Alec use to support his head as he lay on the ground?