Examination Day

Why does Dickie's mom crying the morning of the examination?

• She’s sad that he’s a year older.

• She’s happy to see her son take the exam.

• She feels bad about Dickie’s birthday party.

• She’s afraid for Dickie to take the exam.

How does Dickie feel on the morning of the exam?

• He’s afraid he’s not smart enough.

• He’s starting to become nervous.

• He isn’t worried about the exam.

• He’s looking forward to the exam.

What is the author's purpose in writing “Examination Day"?

• To describe the events leading up to the boy's examination

• To create a sense of tension and anticipation in the story

• To explain the process of the Government Intelligence test

• To highlight the emotional impact of the test results on the parents

What is the central conflict in the story "Examination Day"?

• The conflict between Dickie and his teacher

• The conflict between Dickie and his parents

• The conflict between Dickie and the government's examination system

• The conflict between Dickie and his classmates

How is Dickie's mother characterized in the passage?

• She is characterized as a strict and demanding mother who puts a lot of pressure on Dickie.

• She is characterized as an indifferent mother who doesn't care about Dickie's well-being.

• She is characterized as a caring and concerned mother who becomes emotional about Dickie's upcoming test.

• She is characterized as an overprotective mother who doesn't allow Dickie to take any risks.

Why do you think the government in the story conducts the examination on the twelfth birthday of every child?

• To determine their intelligence and potential

• To celebrate their transition to adulthood

• To identify potential rebels and troublemakers

• To assess their physical health and fitness

What is the significance of the boy's reaction to the news about the test?

• He is excited

• He is indifferent

• He is angry

• He is anxious

What is the main theme of the story 'Examination Day'?

• The importance of education

• The dangers of a controlled society

• The joy of childhood

• The value of intelligence

How does the author create suspense in 'Examination Day'?

• By using descriptive language

• By revealing the test results early

• By focusing on the parents' emotions

• By describing the setting in detail

What literary device is primarily used in 'Examination Day' to convey the story's message?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration