A Wagner Matinee

Why does Aunt Georgiana not want to leave the concert hall at the end of "A Wagner Matinee"?

• Leaving means having to spend more time with Clark, who has shown himself to be a poor host and a snob.

• Leaving means recognizing that she has decades worth of developments in music to catch up on.

• Leaving means ignoring the pursuits of the soul and focusing on the dull concerns of life in Nebraska.

• Leaving means accepting that the German cowhand who introduced her to Wagner will never return.

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In "A Wagner Matinee," Clark, the narrator, receives word that his Aunt Georgiana is coming to…

• See Boston for the first time

• Settle an estate

• Attend a funeral

• Attend a wedding

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In "A Wagner Matinee," Willa Cather contrasts Boston's civilized culture and way of life with __________.

• Nebraska's calm and easy way of life

• Nebraska's enjoyable way of life.

• Nebraska's intellectually stimulating way of life.

• Nebraska's harsh and physically demanding way of life.

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In "A Wagner Matinee," Willa Cather contrasts Boston's civilized culture and way of life with __________.

• Nebraska's calm and easy way of life

• Nebraska's enjoyable and exciting way of life

• Nebraska's intellectual and mentally demanding way of life

• Nebraska's harsh and physically demanding way of life

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By writing "A Wagner Matinee" from Clark's point of view, Willa Cather __________.

• keeps readers from knowing what Aunt Georgiana truly feels

• reminds readers that Clark is the most important character in this short story

• allows readers to know the thoughts and feelings of every character in the story

• biases reader opinion against Clark so that his descriptions and opinions seem unreliable

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What is the primary theme explored in 'A Wagner Matinee'?

• The conflict between urban and rural life

• The importance of family ties

• The pursuit of wealth

• The struggle for power

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In 'A Wagner Matinee,' what does Aunt Georgiana's reaction to the concert reveal about her character?

• She is indifferent to music

• She is deeply moved by music

• She dislikes classical music

• She prefers modern music

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Which literary device is predominantly used in 'A Wagner Matinee' to contrast Aunt Georgiana's past and present life?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Irony

• Juxtaposition

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What does the concert in 'A Wagner Matinee' symbolize for Aunt Georgiana?

• A reminder of her lost youth

• A chance to reconnect with her family

• An opportunity to explore a new hobby

• A moment of boredom

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How does Willa Cather use setting to enhance the narrative in 'A Wagner Matinee'?

• By highlighting the beauty of Nebraska

• By contrasting the cultural richness of Boston with the isolation of Nebraska

• By focusing on the technological advancements in Boston

• By depicting the harsh weather conditions in Nebraska

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