Granny Weatherall's Reflections and Relationships

Granny Weatherall's Reflections and Relationships

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video summarizes 'The Jilting of Granny Weatherall' by Catherine Anne Porter. It explores Granny Weatherall's frustrations with her doctor and daughter, her reflections on her past, and her final moments. The narrative reveals Granny's unresolved feelings about being jilted at the altar and her complex relationship with her family. The video also provides a brief biography of the author, highlighting her personal struggles and literary achievements.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Granny Weatherall's initial reaction to Dr. Harry's treatment?

She is indifferent to his presence.

She is frustrated and wants to be left alone.

She is grateful for his care.

She is amused by his methods.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Granny perceive her surroundings?

With a hazy and floating sensation.

With a feeling of dread.

With a sense of excitement.

With clear and sharp vision.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Granny think about her past relationships?

She feels indifferent about them.

She recalls them with mixed emotions.

She regrets them deeply.

She reflects on them with a sense of closure.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Granny proud of in her life?

Her wealth and status.

Her ability to save sick people and animals.

Her artistic achievements.

Her travels around the world.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event from Granny's past still affects her?

Her estrangement from her family.

Her loss of a prized possession.

Her jilting at the altar by George.

Her failure in a business venture.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the child Granny most wants to see?

Cornelia

Hapsy

John

George

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What realization does Granny come to about her life?

That she has no regrets.

That something was missing from her life.

That she has achieved everything she wanted.

That she wishes she had traveled more.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Granny feel in her final moments?

At peace with her life.

Joyful and content.

Angry and resentful.

Hurt and unfulfilled.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant influence on Catherine Anne Porter's writing?

Her travels in Europe.

Her experiences with death and loss.

Her career in politics.

Her love for nature.