Wrong Number

Which of the following is a message about technology that is conveyed by the story "Sorry, Wrong Number"?

• Technology is a useful tool that can help people communicate effectively.

• Technology can be dangerous if it is not used properly.

• Technology has the power to bring people closer together.

• Technology is not necessary for effective communication.

Answer explanation

The story demonstrates the potential dangers of relying too heavily on technology, and the consequences that can arise from miscommunication and misinterpretation.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which of the following best describes the theme of the story 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

• A) The importance of effective communication

• B) The dangers of isolation

• C) The unpredictability of life

• D) The consequences of misunderstandings

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

In the context of 'Sorry, Wrong Number', what does the phrase 'wrong number' symbolize?

• A) A simple mistake

• B) A missed opportunity

• C) A misunderstanding with serious consequences

• D) A humorous situation

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

What literary device is primarily used in 'Sorry, Wrong Number' to build suspense?

• A) Foreshadowing

• B) Irony

• C) Flashback

• D) Dialogue

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Which character in 'Sorry, Wrong Number' is most responsible for the story's climax?

• A) Mrs. Stevenson

• B) The operator

• C) Mr. Stevenson

• D) The intruder

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

How does the setting of 'Sorry, Wrong Number' contribute to the story's tension?

• A) It is a bustling city that creates chaos

• B) It is a quiet suburban area that feels isolating

• C) It is a remote village that feels disconnected

• D) It is a busy office that feels impersonal

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the primary conflict in 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

• A) Man vs. Man

• B) Man vs. Self

• C) Man vs. Society

• D) Man vs. Technology

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Which of the following best describes Mrs. Stevenson's character in 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

• A) Confident and assertive

• B) Anxious and helpless

• C) Calm and collected

• D) Angry and aggressive

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

What role does the telephone play in 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

• A) It is a symbol of connection

• B) It is a tool for miscommunication

• C) It is a source of comfort

• D) It is a means of escape

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Which of the following is a key message in 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

• A) Trust in technology

• B) The importance of listening

• C) The value of independence

• D) The danger of assumptions

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7