The Sign of the Cat

In the story, "The Sign of the Cat" the character of Grandma can be described as-

• Hateful

• Obnoxious

• Generous

• Annoying

Which detail from the text best shows the theme?

• “Everyone called them “askers” or “hoboes,” but not Grandma. She’d remind me, ‘If your dad hadn’t gotten the job at Uncle Will’s shop in Florida, he could be riding the rails, too.’”(Paragraph 3)

• “We bartered eggs and milk for flour and sugar. When I outgrew my shirts, Grandma sewed me new ones using feed sacks.” (Paragraph 8)

• “Seeing my surprise, he winked. ‘I may not look like it, but I used to be a college professor.’” (Paragraph 17)

• “I grabbed the detergent and did what I’d already known I had to do. Soon the sign of the cat again announced a kind lady’s welcome. And this time, mine, too.” (Paragraph 33)

How does paragraph 23 contribute to the story?

• It stresses how much food the guests eat when they come.

• It reveals that Chet and his grandmother have more than enough food to share.

• It shows that Chet feels bad for washing away the sign of the cat.

• It shows that Chet doesn’t truly care about others going hungry.

Why is it important to the story that Chet redraws the sign of the cat in front of their house?

• It shows he does not like having visitors.

• It shows he is still angry at his grandmother for being so welcoming.

• It shows he understands the importance of helping those in need.

• It shows he was proud to have learned to draw from the visitor.

In the story, 'The Sign of the Cat', what does the 'sign of the cat' symbolize?

• A) A warning to stay away

• B) A symbol of hospitality

• C) A sign of danger

• D) A mark of ownership

Which character in 'The Sign of the Cat' is known for their generosity?

• A) Chet

• B) Grandma

• C) Uncle Will

• D) The college professor

What is the main theme of 'The Sign of the Cat'?

• A) The importance of education

• B) The value of hard work

• C) The significance of kindness and hospitality

• D) The necessity of independence

How does the author use the character of Grandma to convey a message in 'The Sign of the Cat'?

• A) By showing her strictness

• B) By highlighting her generosity

• C) By emphasizing her wealth

• D) By illustrating her loneliness

What literary device is primarily used in 'The Sign of the Cat' to develop the theme?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Irony

• C) Symbolism

• D) Foreshadowing

In 'The Sign of the Cat', what action does Chet take that shows his understanding of the story's theme?

• A) He refuses to help strangers

• B) He redraws the sign of the cat

• C) He argues with Grandma

• D) He leaves home