The Winter Dream

Why is Dexter upset at the end of the story to learn what has happened to Judy?

• He thinks he could have made her happy now that he is wealthy.

• Judy had promised to marry him, but now she never can.

• He worries that her husband is a cruel man.

• Judy no longer exists as his dream of perfection for him to possess.

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What is the main theme of 'The Winter Dream'?

• A) The pursuit of wealth and status

• B) The importance of family

• C) The power of nature

• D) The inevitability of death

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Which character in 'The Winter Dream' represents the ideal of beauty and desire?

• A) Dexter Green

• B) Judy Jones

• C) Irene Scheerer

• D) Mr. T. A. Hedrick

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What literary device is predominantly used in 'The Winter Dream' to highlight Dexter's emotions?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Irony

• D) Foreshadowing

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In 'The Winter Dream', what does the winter season symbolize?

• A) Death and decay

• B) New beginnings

• C) Unfulfilled dreams

• D) Eternal happiness

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How does Dexter's perception of Judy change throughout 'The Winter Dream'?

• A) He becomes more infatuated with her

• B) He grows to resent her

• C) He realizes she is not as perfect as he imagined

• D) He remains unchanged in his admiration

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What is the significance of the title 'The Winter Dream'?

• A) It represents Dexter's childhood aspirations

• B) It symbolizes the coldness of Judy's heart

• C) It reflects the fleeting nature of dreams

• D) It denotes the season in which Dexter met Judy

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Which of the following best describes Dexter's character in 'The Winter Dream'?

• A) Ambitious and idealistic

• B) Lazy and indifferent

• C) Content and complacent

• D) Bitter and resentful

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What role does social class play in 'The Winter Dream'?

• A) It is irrelevant to the story

• B) It creates barriers between characters

• C) It is a source of humor

• D) It is celebrated and admired

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In 'The Winter Dream', what does Dexter's engagement to Irene represent?

• A) His true love

• B) A compromise of his dreams

• C) A step towards happiness

• D) A means to gain wealth

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