Haunting of Hill House

Eleanor and Theodora are woken up abruptly by

• a loud knocking sound

• Dr. Montague snoring

• Luke sleepwalking

• a tree touching their bathroom window

Answer explanation

Eleanor woke up saying "Coming, Mother, coming". She was the caretaker of her mother and it was not something she enjoyed doing. After her waking up in this way, she hears Theodora calling and the knocking on the door. As the knocking continued it got louder and the room got colder. During this time, the men (Montague and Luke) were chasing a dog that appeared in the house.

In chapter 5, what does Eleanor do to stop the noise in her bedroom?

• She goes into Theodora's room.

How did Hugh Crain sign his name?

• In blood.

• With chalk.

• Via a typewriter.

• In ink.

Which theme is central to the story of Hill House as described in the passage?

• The power of friendship

• The search for identity

• The exploration of the supernatural

• The struggle for survival

How does the point of view in the text influence the reader's understanding of the characters' experiences?

• It provides a limited perspective focused only on Eleanor.

• It offers a broad view of multiple characters' thoughts and feelings.

• It focuses solely on Dr. Montague's scientific observations.

• It presents an objective, detached account of events.

What textual evidence suggests that Theodora has psychic abilities?

• She is described as a thief.

• Her world is described as "one of delight and soft colors."

• She is selected by Dr. Montague for her psychic powers.

• She has a degree in anthropology.

How does the cultural context of the story influence the characters' perceptions of Hill House?

• They view it as a typical vacation spot.

• They see it as a symbol of wealth and power.

• They perceive it as a place of scientific interest and supernatural mystery.

• They regard it as a historical monument.

What is Dr. John Montague's primary motivation for renting Hill House?

• To find a new home

• To publish a definitive work on psychic disturbances

• To host a social gathering

• To escape his daily routine

How does Eleanor Vance's past influence her character in the story?

• She is confident and outgoing due to her past experiences.

• She is haunted by loneliness and despair from caring for her mother.

• She is indifferent to others because of her wealth.

• She is optimistic and cheerful because of her childhood.

How does the cultural experience of Dr. Montague reflect in his approach to studying Hill House?

• He uses traditional scientific methods without considering cultural aspects.

• He incorporates his background in anthropology to lend respectability to his study.

• He dismisses cultural experiences as irrelevant to his study.

• He focuses solely on the architectural aspects of Hill House.