Week 1.7 CFA Prep 2: Secret Life of Walter Mitty

What can we infer about Walter Mitty’s character from this passage?

• He is adventurous and enjoys challenges in real life.

• He is dissatisfied with his real life and uses daydreams to escape.

• He is always cautious and follows rules carefully.

• He is confident and highly respected by others.

Which theme is most clearly presented in this passage?

• The desire for power and control

• The importance of family relationships

• The struggle between fantasy and reality

• The consequences of ambition

What does the interaction between Walter Mitty and his wife reveal about their relationship?

• They have a close and affectionate relationship.

• Mitty is distant from his wife and often daydreams to escape.

• His wife deeply respects his opinions.

• They communicate effectively with each other.

What does the phrase “the roaring of the SN202” symbolize in this passage?

• Mitty’s desire for excitement and adventure

• The noise of a passing plane

• The sound of his car engine

• The conversation between Mitty and his wife

What evidence from the passage suggests Mitty’s frustration with his real life?

• “I don’t need overshoes.”

• “We’re going through!”

• “Pick it up, brother!”

• “He drove on toward Waterbury in silence.”

How does Thurber use the structure of Mitty’s daydreams to create tension?

• By switching suddenly between fantasy and reality

• By focusing on Mitty’s interactions with his wife

• By revealing Mitty’s inner thoughts slowly

• By describing Mitty’s realistic concerns about driving

What effect do Mitty’s daydreams have on his real-life behavior?

• They make him more confident in everyday life.

• They cause him to become detached from his surroundings.

• They improve his relationships with others.

• They inspire him to act more boldly.

What is the tone of the passage when describing Mitty’s daydreams?

• Humorous

• Heroic

• Dark

• Playful

How does Mitty’s real-life behavior compare to his behavior in his fantasies?

• In real life, Mitty is timid, while in his fantasies, he is bold and heroic.

• In real life, Mitty is very social, while in his fantasies, he prefers to be alone.

• In real life, Mitty is impulsive, while in his fantasies, he is cautious and thoughtful.

• In real life, Mitty is very organized, while in his fantasies, he is chaotic.

What is the purpose of the shifts between fantasy and reality in the story?

• To show how confused Mitty is about his life

• To highlight the differences between Mitty’s desires and his reality

• To create a humorous portrayal of daydreaming

• To show how Mitty’s imagination helps him solve problems