"The Open Window"

What was Framton Nuttel's primary reason for visiting the rural retreat?

• To meet new people and make friends.

• To recover from a nerve cure.

• To escape his sister's nagging.

• To find a quiet place to write.

What did the niece ask Framton Nuttel after a period of silence?

• If he enjoyed the scenery.

• If he knew many people in the area.

• If he had met her aunt before.

• If he was comfortable.

According to the niece's story, what happened to her aunt's husband and brothers?

• They moved to another country.

• They were lost in a treacherous bog while hunting.

• They decided to never return home.

• They were injured in a hunting accident.

What does the aunt believe will happen to her lost family members?

• They will send a letter explaining their absence.

• They will return through the open window one day.

• They have started a new life elsewhere.

• They are waiting for her to join them.

Why did Mrs. Sappleton keep the window open?

• To let in fresh air.

• Because her husband and brothers would return through it from shooting.

• To allow the dog to come and go freely.

• To air out the room after a long day.

How did Framton react to Mrs. Sappleton's cheerful talk about shooting and the scarcity of birds?

• He found it amusing and joined in the conversation.

• He made a desperate but partially successful effort to change the topic.

• He was conscious that his hostess was giving him her full attention.

• He was relieved that the conversation was not about his ailments.

What was Framton's primary reason for being in the countryside, according to his own statement?

• To find new acquaintances.

• To avoid violent physical exercise.

• To follow a strict diet.

• To get complete rest and avoid mental excitement.

What was Mrs. Sappleton's description of Mr. Nuttel after he abruptly left?

• A very interesting man.

• A man who was afraid of dogs.

• A most extraordinary man who only talked about his illnesses and left without a word.

• A man who was late for tea.

Why can Vera be considered a complex character in "The Open Window"?

• She shows no emotions throughout the story.
  
  

•  She displays both innocence and cunning through her behavior.
  
  

• She changes her personality completely by the end.
  
  

• She is described only through physical traits, not actions.

The conclusion of the story reveals…

• that Mr. Nuttel is terrified of dogs and could only talk about his sickness.

• that both women have lost their minds and are imagining ghosts.

• that Vera is a liar who did not think the men would return so soon.

• that Vera enjoys inventing stories for her own amusement.