YEAR 8_MODEL MILLIONAIRE_COMPREHENSION

State whether the following statements are True or False
1. Hughie Erskine is a wealthy man who has inherited a large fortune.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

False - Hughie is not wealthy; he struggles financially.

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2. 2. Hughie's friend, Alan Trevor, is an artist.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True - Alan Trevor is a well-known painter.

3. State whether the following statements are True or False

4. 3. The model posing as a beggar in Alan's studio is actually a poor man.

• False

• True

Answer explanation

False - The model is actually a wealthy man, Baron Hausberg.

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4. Hughie gives the beggar model a sovereign (one pound) out of pity.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True - Hughie feels sorry for the "beggar" and gives him money.

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5. 5. Laura Merton’s father, Colonel Merton, approves of Hughie’s relationship with his daughter.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

False - Colonel Merton disapproves because Hughie lacks wealth.

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6. 6. After learning of Hughie's kindness, Baron Hausberg decides to repay him with a large sum of money.
   

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True - The Baron sends Hughie a check for £10,000.

7. State whether the following statements are True or False

8. 7. Hughie is angry when he finds out the beggar was actually a wealthy man.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

False - Hughie is embarrassed but eventually grateful for the Baron's generosity.

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8.The Baron’s gift allows Hughie and Laura to finally get married.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True - The money makes it possible for them to marry.

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9.The theme of The Model Millionaire includes the idea that appearances can be deceiving.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True - This theme is central to the story.

State whether the following statements are True or False

10. 10. Oscar Wilde’s story suggests that money is the most important quality a person can possess.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

False - The story emphasizes character and kindness over wealth.