Canterville Chase Character Insights

Mr. Hiram B. Otis, an American minister, buys Canterville Chase despite warnings of it being haunted. The Otis family, including Mrs. Otis, their son Washington, daughter Virginia, and the twins, arrive at the estate. They are greeted by Mrs. Omni, the housekeeper. The family discovers a blood stain in the library, which Washington attempts to remove using a stain remover. This act is followed by a thunderstorm, causing Mrs. Omni to faint. Despite the supernatural occurrences, the Otis family remains skeptical of the ghostly presence.

What was the general opinion about Mr. Otis buying Canterville Chase?

• It was a strategic move.

• It was a charitable act.

• It was a foolish decision.

• It was a wise investment.

Who was frightened into a fit by the ghost at Canterville Chase?

• The Darwija Duchess of Bolton

• Mr. Otis

• The Reverend Augustus Dampier

• Lady Canterville

What was Mr. Otis's attitude towards the existence of ghosts?

• He believed in them.

• He dismissed their existence.

• He was curious about them.

• He was terrified of them.

How is Mrs. Otis described in the text?

• A quiet and reserved person

• A strict and stern lady

• A celebrated New York belle

• A frail and timid woman

What was Washington Otis's notable skill?

• He was a talented musician.

• He was an excellent dancer.

• He was a skilled painter.

• He was a gifted writer.

What change in weather did the Otis family experience on their way to Canterville Chase?

• It became sunny and warm.

• A strong wind began to blow.

• It started snowing heavily.

• The sky became overcast with clouds.

Who greeted the Otis family upon their arrival at Canterville Chase?

• A local villager

• Mrs. Omni, the housekeeper

• The Reverend Augustus Dampier

• Lord Canterville

What did Washington Otis use to clean the bloodstain in the library?

• A broom and dustpan

• A mop and bucket

• Pinkerton's Champion Stain Remover

• A vacuum cleaner

What was Mr. Otis's reaction to the storm and Mrs. Omni's fainting?

• He was deeply concerned.

• He found it amusing.

• He was indifferent.

• He was annoyed.

What did Mrs. Omni warn the Otis family about?

• The lack of modern amenities

• The unfriendly neighbors

• The presence of a ghost

• The poor condition of the house