Characterization and Setting Analysis Quiz

What does the narrator’s journey from India to England and eventually to America suggest about his character?

• He is restless and indecisive.

• He is ambitious and adaptable.

• He is reluctant to embrace change.

• He regrets leaving his home country.

What can be inferred about the narrator’s attitude toward his living situation in London?

• He is uncomfortable and longs to return to India.

• He resents his fellow housemates.

• He accepts the hardships and focuses on his goals.

• He enjoys the communal lifestyle and prefers it to solitude.

Based on his interactions with Mrs. Croft, how can the narrator’s personality best be described?

• He is rude and dismissive.

• He is respectful and patient.

• He is indifferent and uninterested.

• He is eager to challenge authority.

Why does Mrs. Croft repeatedly ask the narrator to say "Splendid"?

• She wants to test his English skills.

• She enjoys the power of making others follow her commands.

• She is excited about the moon landing and wants validation.

• She is confused and doesn’t remember asking before.

The narrator’s hesitation when announcing that he is married suggests:

• He is unhappy with his marriage.

• He is adjusting to the new role and responsibility.

• He does not want Mrs. Croft to know personal details.

• He is afraid of what others will think.

What textual evidence best supports the idea that the narrator is determined to succeed in America?

• "I flew first to Calcutta, to attend my wedding, and a week later to Boston, to begin my new job."

• "The room contained a cot, a desk, and a small wooden cross on one wall."

• "I left my carton of milk on the shaded part of the windowsill, as I had seen other residents at the YMCA do."

• "I sat at the desk and stared out the window, at the city hall of Cambridge and a row of small shops."

Which line best illustrates Mrs. Croft’s strict personality?

• “Lock up!” she commanded.

• “I am a married man, madame.”

• “She peered up at me, giving me her undivided attention.”

• “I perched on the bench.”

What does the narrator’s purchase of cornflakes and milk suggest about his experience in America?

• He is struggling to afford proper food.

• He is unfamiliar with American cuisine and seeks something simple.

• He misses Indian food and plans to cook at home.

• He is reluctant to try new foods.

How does the phrase "No lady visitors!" contribute to the reader’s understanding of Mrs. Croft’s character?

• It shows her traditional and old-fashioned views.

• It reveals her dislike for women.

• It suggests that she is protective of her home.

• It indicates that she is unfriendly toward strangers.

What does the narrator’s decision to rent a room at Mrs. Croft’s house indicate about his situation?

• He is desperate for companionship.

• He is practical and values affordability.

• He is unaware of better housing options.

• He prefers living with older people.