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WorksheetsReading Activity- Lost on Dress Parade
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Chandler was employed in _______________.
the laundry centre where he pressed evening suits
the office of an architect
a nearby club
How much money a week did Mr. Chandler put aside out of his earnings?
$1
$3
$7
What is an honorarium?
The loss or giving up of something as a penalty for wrongdoing.
An amount of money that you owe to somebody.
A payment made for professional services.
How much was Chandler's honorarium per week?
$20
$15
$18
True or False:
Chandler did not believe that the Flatiron Building was inferior to design to the great cathedral in Milan.
True
False
What happened to Miss Marian on the sidewalk?
She slipped on a banana peel and fractured her ankle.
She slipped on a patch of icy snow and fell and twisted her ankle.
She slipped on a patch of icy snow and fell and fractured her ankle.
True or False:
Chandler was not very interested in his work.
True
False
What did Mr. Chandler wear?
Branded T-shirt and Jeans
Patent leather shoes and a low-cut vest
Sneakers and trousers
Choose the correct meaning of the word 'renascent' based on the short story:
To run quickly with short steps or with the body close to the ground.
Becoming active or popular again.
A person’s face or the expression on the face.
What would Chandler buy with his $10?
Chocolates, ice creams, and popsicles
Perfume, hat, and shoes
A well-considered meal, a bottle bearing a respectable label and commensurate tips
Chandler treated himself every ________________.
10 weeks
week
18 weeks
Why did Mr. Chandler say, "I'm just a little bit glad that you slipped on the ice."?
He was happy that the girl was now dependent on him.
He was happy that he wouldn't have to now dine all by himself.
He was happy to see her fall and poke fun at her.
Who is the main character of this story?
Mr. O'Henry
Mr. Towers Chandler
Ms. Marian
What is the theme of 'Lost on Dress Parade'?
Love
Redemption
Humility
In your opinion, why did Mr. Chandler lose out on fostering a connection with Ms. Marian?
Mr. Chandler presented an impression of himself that Ms. Marian disliked.
Ms. Marian was too wealthy to foster a connection with a man like Mr. Chandler.
Mr. Chandler did not treat Ms. Marian appropriately at dinner.
