The Collector

Choose the answer that best completes the sentence below.
Each collector has a different type of postcard he or she is looking for; ___________, some people collect only postcards with photos of New York, while others are only interested in postcards with cats on them.

• first

• in contrast

• for instance

• moreover

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Collectors enjoy postcard shows because of the fun of trading postcards. Based on the passage, why else might collectors enjoy postcard shows?

• They enjoy the pressure of trying to find the postcards they are looking for.

• They enjoy interacting with other collectors and learning about their past.

• They enjoy trading in ballrooms.

• They enjoy advertising the postcard shows on different social media sites.

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What is this passage mainly about?

• a postcard collecting convention in New York City

• why “real photo postcards” are valuable

• Lisa, a collector with over 100,000 postcards

• postcard collectors and why they are drawn to the hobby

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In the novel 'The Collector', who is the main character that kidnaps Miranda?

• A) Frederick Clegg

• B) John Fowles

• C) George Orwell

• D) Thomas Harris

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What is the primary theme explored in 'The Collector'?

• A) Love and romance

• B) Power and control

• C) Adventure and exploration

• D) Friendship and loyalty

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Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Collector' to provide insight into the characters' thoughts?

• A) Metaphor

• B) First-person narrative

• C) Foreshadowing

• D) Allegory

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In 'The Collector', how does Miranda attempt to escape from Frederick?

• A) By calling the police

• B) By digging a tunnel

• C) By pretending to fall in love with him

• D) By writing a letter

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What is the significance of the title 'The Collector'?

• A) It refers to Frederick's hobby of collecting butterflies.

• B) It symbolizes Miranda's collection of art.

• C) It represents the collection of memories.

• D) It denotes the collection of books.

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Which of the following best describes Frederick's personality in 'The Collector'?

• A) Charismatic and outgoing

• B) Introverted and obsessive

• C) Carefree and adventurous

• D) Humorous and light-hearted

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What role does art play in 'The Collector'?

• A) It is a means of escape for Miranda.

• B) It is Frederick's profession.

• C) It is a symbol of wealth.

• D) It is irrelevant to the story.

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