Quiz on 'The Story of an Hour' by Kate Chopin

What is the main reason for the great care taken in breaking the news of Mr. Mallard's death to Mrs. Mallard?

• She was known to be very emotional.

• She had a heart condition.

• She was pregnant.

• She was alone at home.

Who first informed Mrs. Mallard about her husband's death?

• Her neighbor

• Her sister Josephine

• Her husband's friend Richards

• A police officer

What was Mrs. Mallard's initial reaction to the news of her husband's death?

• She remained silent and composed.

• She wept with sudden, wild abandonment.

• She laughed hysterically.

• She fainted.

What does Mrs. Mallard see when she looks out of the window?

• A stormy sky

• A barren landscape

• The tops of trees aquiver with new spring life

• A bustling city street

What word does Mrs. Mallard whisper repeatedly to herself?

• Free

• Joy

• Love

• No

What does Mrs. Mallard realize about her future after hearing the news?

• She will travel the world.

• She has no reason to live.

• She will be free to live for herself.

• She will be lonely and miserable.

How does Mrs. Mallard feel about her husband?

• She loved him sometimes.

• She hated him.

• She always loved him deeply.

• She never loved him.

What does Mrs. Mallard pray for after realizing her newfound freedom?

• Wealth and prosperity

• Her husband's return

• A quick death

• A long life

What happens when Mrs. Mallard finally opens the door to her sister?

• She descends the stairs with triumph.

• She faints.

• She runs away.

• She collapses in tears.

Who unexpectedly enters the house at the end of the story?

• A doctor

• Brently Mallard

• A police officer

• A neighbor