WorksheetsThe Fly
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 9mins
Where is the story set?
In Belgium
In an office in England
In the boss's home
In World War One
How long has it been since the boss's son died?
over 6 months
about 2 years
over 6 years
about 26 years
What do Mr. Woodifield and the boss have in common?
Their wives always travel together.
They work together in the same company.
Their sons were best friends.
They have sons buried in the same cemetery.
How has the boss's grief changed over time?
His sadness has gotten more intense.
He doesn't get as emotional as he once did.
He has completely forgotten about his son.
He is as sad as he was when his son died.
Why does the boss dislike the photo of his son?
He looks too serious and unnatural.
It has worn out over time.
There are other people beside him.
It was taken on the say he died.
What could the fly symbolize?
Soldiers who struggled in World Wars.
Unwillingness to accept death.
The experience of grief and loss.
All of the above.
Why doesn't the boss have a name?
The author was lazy.
He represents more than one person.
He was Mr. Woodifield's boss.
His name is the Boss.
Why does the boss keep dropping ink on the fly?
Because he is a sick man.
Because he enjoys torturing insects.
Because the fly is his son.
Because he is testing the fly's resilience.
What do you think is the author's opinion about war?
It is a necessary evil.
She has no opinion about war.
Soldiers deserve to die.
It is cruel and senseless act.
Did you fully understand the story?
Yes mostly
Not at all (need help)
Somewhat
