The Story of Victor D'Aveyron, the Wild Child

What does the context suggest is most likely the meaning of empathy in the excerpt from the selection about Victor? Itard believed that Victor learned to have empathy for other people; as in the example of this, he told the story of Victor trying to comfort Itard's housekeeper when he saw she was crying over the death of her husband.

• a quality of attractiveness

• a love of revealing information

• the experience of being entertained

• tha ability to identify with others' feeling

How do Itard's conclusions contrast with or differ from those of modern doctors in this excerpt from the selection?

• Itard thought that Victor wanted t speak but could not. Modern doctors thing he did not want to speak.

• Itard thought that Victor's lack of speech was deliberate. Modern doctors thing he was too old to learn.

• Itard thought that Victor was incapable of learning. Modern doctors thing he had a contagious disease.

• Itard thought that Victor tried but failed to speak. Modern doctors think he never tried.

What is the main theme of 'The Story of Victor D'Aveyron, the Wild Child'?

• A) The power of nature over nurture

• B) The importance of language in human development

• C) The struggle between civilization and savagery

• D) The role of empathy in human relationships

Which literary device is most prominently used in the description of Victor's behavior in the wild?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

In the context of the story, what does the term 'wild child' most likely refer to?

• A) A child with a rebellious nature

• B) A child raised without human contact

• C) A child with extraordinary talents

• D) A child who loves nature

How does the author illustrate Victor's initial reaction to human contact?

• A) Through detailed dialogue

• B) By describing his physical appearance

• C) By narrating his actions and responses

• D) Through the use of flashbacks

What grammatical structure is used in the sentence: 'Victor, having lived in the wild for years, struggled to adapt to human society'?

• A) Simple sentence

• B) Compound sentence

• C) Complex sentence

• D) Compound-complex sentence

Which word best describes Victor's emotional state upon being discovered?

• A) Elated

• B) Anxious

• C) Indifferent

• D) Curious

What is the significance of Itard's role in Victor's life according to the story?

• A) He was a father figure to Victor

• B) He attempted to educate and civilize Victor

• C) He documented Victor's life for scientific purposes

• D) He provided Victor with a sense of belonging

Which sentence best summarizes the challenges faced by Victor in adapting to society?

• A) Victor quickly learned the ways of society and thrived.

• B) Victor struggled with language and social norms.

• C) Victor was indifferent to societal expectations.

• D) Victor rejected all forms of human interaction.