Siblings' Experiences in a New House

Siblings' Experiences in a New House

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video explores Julio Cortázar's story 'House Taken Over,' detailing the lives of siblings living in a large family home. As they go about their daily routines, a mysterious force gradually takes over parts of the house, leading to their eventual escape. The narrative delves into themes of isolation, routine, and the unknown, capturing the eerie atmosphere of the story.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Pablo Neruda say about not reading Cortázar?

It is a common habit.

It is a serious invisible disease.

It is a sign of intelligence.

It is a minor oversight.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of Victoria Ocampo's Sur magazine?

It was a political journal.

It was a travel guide.

It connected Europe with the Pampas.

It was a fashion magazine.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the siblings like the house?

It was old and spacious.

It had a swimming pool.

It was modern and small.

It was located in the city center.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Irene's main activity during the day?

Knitting.

Gardening.

Reading books.

Cooking.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the siblings do on Saturdays?

Visited friends.

Cleaned the house.

Bought wool and books.

Went to the movies.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was the house divided?

Into a single open space.

Into four apartments.

Into three floors.

Into two sections with an oak door.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the siblings' reaction to the noises in the house?

They called the police.

They ignored them.

They investigated thoroughly.

They locked the oak door.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the siblings decide to do after the house was taken over?

They moved to another city.

They invited friends to stay.

They stayed in the house.

They left the house.