The Window by Harry Buschman

What was the primary difference between the two men's physical conditions in the hospital?

• One was allowed to sit up, while the other had to remain lying down.

• One was coughing and struggling to breathe, while the other was healthy.

• One had a terminal illness, while the other was recovering.

• One was older than the other.

How did the man by the window spend his one-hour sitting period each day?

• He slept and rested.

• He read books and magazines.

• He described the view outside to his roommate.

• He made phone calls to his family.

What was the initial reaction of the man on the other side of the room to the detailed descriptions of the view?

• He felt grateful that his roommate could share the sights with him.

• He felt envious and resentful that he couldn't see the view himself.

• He felt indifferent and didn't care about the descriptions.

• He felt inspired to try and see the view for himself.

How did the man on the other side of the room react when his roommate started choking and struggling to breathe?

• He called for help immediately.

• He tried to help his roommate himself.

• He ignored the situation and continued to lie in his bed.

• He felt relieved that his roommate was no longer able to see the view.

Why did the man on the other side of the room request to be moved to the window bed after his roommate's death?

• He wanted to take advantage of the better view.

• He wanted to honor his roommate's memory.

• He wanted to be closer to the nurses and staff.

• He wanted to feel the warmth of the sunlight.

What was the man's reaction when he finally got to see the view from the window?

• He was amazed and delighted by the beautiful scenery.

• He was disappointed to find that the window faced a blank wall.

• He felt guilty for wishing for his roommate's death.

• He was indifferent and didn't care about the view anymore.

Which of the following best describes the main theme or message of the story?

• The importance of appreciating what you have.

• The dangers of envy and resentment.

• The cruelty of the medical system.

• The power of description and imagination.

How does the protagonist feel about the window?

• Indifferent

• Curious

• Fearful

• Disgusted

What does the window symbolize in the story?

• Opportunity

• Isolation

• Freedom

• Knowledge

How does the author use imagery in "The Window"?

• To create a sense of urgency

• To enhance character development

• To establish the setting

• To foreshadow events