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English 1 Final Exam - Multiple Choice

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 20mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the purpose of paragraph 1?

a)

Paragraph 1 reveals the somber tone that will be revealed in the text.

b)

Paragraph 1 presents the setting and how the atmosphere reflects the season.

c)

Paragraph 1 details the revelation that will come to someone who is beyond ruthless to others.

d)

Paragraph 1 gives a description of the characters that will evolve throughout the text.

2.

In paragraph 2, the author states, "Not even his wife was allowed to have a key, for Judson Webb loved his personal possessions and felt a sense of deep outrage if they were touched by any hand but his own." What does this express about Judson's character?

a)

This quote expresses the lack of understanding anyone has for Judson's prized possessions.

b)

The quote details the nature of love Judson has towards his wife.

c)

The quote expresses how serious and how possessive Judson is about his items.

d)

The quote expresses the reason why Judson wants to eliminate anyone who touches his belongings.

3.

Paragraph 10 states, "Her eyes narrowed as she watched him." What does this statement reveal about how she feels towards her husband?

a)

She no longer wants to be around her husband.

b)

She is indifferent about the nature of his actions.

c)

She is worried about how his actions will affect their family.

d)

She is very suspicious of what he attempting to do.

4.

When he drops the tablets into the liquor, Judson states, "At least no one has found an antidote: once it’s down its curtains." Which of the following BEST expresses the meaning of the phrase "down its curtains"? **Look back at paragraph 14 to help you determine the meaning.**

a)

To meet the end of the stage

b)

To complete its journey

c)

To reach its destination, in this case, throat to stomach

d)

To make a new substance

5.

What punishment does Judson want to give the thief?

a)

He wants to harm the thief

b)

He wants to sympathize with the thief when he returns

c)

He wishes to eliminate the thief for good

d)

He wishes to welcome the thief into his home, as he is presenting liquor for the thief.

6.

What lesson does Judson present in paragraph 21?

a)

Judson shows the nature of being a thief, no matter how minute, deserves punishment all the same.

b)

Judson presents the idea that any thief can be forgiven.

c)

Judson reveals that being a thief can have some consequences but should be dealt with differently.

d)

Judson describes how thieves can change, just as he had in the past.

7.

What does paragraph 24 reveal about how Judson's wife feels at this point in the text?

a)

Though she feels defeated initially, she begins to welcome the idea because she does not want to disappoint her husband.

b)

Though she feels defeated by her husband's relentless actions to murder the thief, she has the desire to tell someone of his plan.

c)

Though she feels unwelcome in her own home due to her husband's plan, she still feels the urge to encourage him to complete his mission.

d)

Though she does not understand the nature of his actions, she still agrees with him in a non-verbal manner.

8.

How does paragraph 27 escalate the demise of Judson?

a)

Judson's fall reveals a small revelation that once he is conscious he has to drink something to be completely revived, which could lead to the drinking of the poisonous liquor.

b)

Judson's fall reveals the truth about how a ruthless man can be poisoned with his own medicine.

c)

Judson's fall reveals that true friends are always there to pick you up.

d)

Judson's fall rapidly increases his death that will soon come.

9.

The main character's name in this story is Judson Webb. The last name WEBB is great _________ because his plan for revenge hurts himself instead of someone else.

a)

symbolism

b)

exposition

c)

simile

10.

The main character of a story is called________

a)

the protagonist

b)

the climax

c)

the irony

11.

What is the setting of "Ruthless"?

a)

a city in 1956

b)

a vacation cabin in the woods during autumn

c)

a rich man's house in a country town during a terrible snow storm

d)

There is no settting

12.

Why does Judson want revenge?

a)

Someone stole some of his liquor

b)

Another man kissed his wife

c)

His servant Alec lied to him about watching the place

13.
In paragraph 4, the word “invitingly” most likely means
a)
seriously
b)
in a tempting manner
c)
in a mocking way
d)
dangerously
14.
Which of the following excerpts from the story is a strong example of foreshadowing?
a)
When reaching for his boots, Judson stepped upon that acorn.
b)
Dazed and half-conscious he drank.
c)
So, leaving the door open, he went to fetch them from the heavy, rustic table on which they stood, along with his bag and top coat.
d)
“I’ve made my pile by taking chances.  If I should die, you can do as you please” (22)
15.
Which of the following excerpts from the text best illustrates that Judson is a selfish character?
a)
his smile was not attractive
b)
Judson Webb loved his personal possessions and became furious if they were touched by any hand but his own
c)
he remembered his hunting boots outside on the porch.  They belonged in the closet.
d)
He seemed fascinated as he saw the Bourbon changing into a deadly drink.
16.

Identify the type of sentence: “As she went down the path, he started to close the closet door, and then paused as he remembered his hunting boots outside on the porch.”

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-Complex

17.

Identify this type of sentence: "The bottle was less than half full."

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-Complex

18.

Which type of irony is used in the story?

a)

Dramatic

b)

Situational

c)

Verbal

d)

Sarcastic

19.

Who is responsible for this quote: “It wasn’t much of a fall, Mr. Webb. You aren’t cut none; just knocked out for a minute. Here, take this. It’ll pull you together.”

a)

Alec

b)

Judson

c)

DeMille

d)

Mabel

20.

What is the climax of the story?

a)

When Judson exposes his sinister plan

b)

When Mabel pleads with Judson to not go through with his plan

c)

When the strangers break in to steal Judson's liquor

d)

When Judson falls and hits his head