Button, Button

What strategy can be used to determine the meaning of the word "eccentric" as used in the passage?

• Use context clues from the surrounding sentences.

• Look up the word in a dictionary.

• Break the word into its root and affixes.

• Use a thesaurus to find synonyms.

Which verb form is used in the sentence: "Norma tried to lift it off, but it was locked in place"?

• Active voice

• Passive voice

• Conditional mood

• Subjunctive mood

How does the dialogue between Norma and Arthur reveal aspects of their characters?

• It shows Norma's curiosity and Arthur's moral stance.

• It highlights Norma's indifference and Arthur's excitement.

• It demonstrates Norma's anger and Arthur's fear.

• It indicates Norma's happiness and Arthur's sadness.

What is a central theme of the text?

• The importance of wealth over morality.

• The conflict between curiosity and ethics.

• The inevitability of fate.

• The power of love and family.

What does the word "monetarily" mean in the context of the passage?

“It could prove very valuable,” he told her.

“Monetarily?” she challenged.

Mr. Steward nodded. “Monetarily,” he said.

• Emotionally

• Financially

• Physically

• Spiritually

What incident in the story propels the action forward?

• Norma cooking dinner.

• Mr. Steward's visit and offer.

• Arthur reading a book.

• Norma going to work.

How does the setting influence the development of the theme?

• The urban setting emphasizes the anonymity and detachment in the moral decision.

• The rural setting highlights the simplicity of life.

• The historical setting underscores the importance of tradition.

• The futuristic setting suggests technological advancements.

What does the phrase "repressed a smile" suggest about Norma's feelings?

• She is angry.

• She is amused.

• She is sad.

• She is confused.

What decision does Arthur make after Mr. Steward's offer?

• He decides to accept the offer.

• He decides to think about the offer.

• He decides to reject the offer and ask Mr. Steward to leave.

• He decides to discuss it further with Norma.

How does the plot develop the theme of morality versus curiosity?

• By showing Norma's increasing interest in the button despite its moral implications.

• By depicting Arthur's indifference to the button.

• By focusing on Mr. Steward's mysterious background.

• By highlighting the couple's financial struggles.