WorksheetsMorality Short Stories Quizizz
Total questions: 42
Worksheet time: 1hrs 19mins
In the beginning of "The Very Old Man," what causes a stench in the house?
What is the name of the man in "The Very Old Man" who owns the house?
Primary themes that emerge from "The Very Old Man" include ALL BUT WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING:
"The Very Old Man" is widely accepted to be part of the magical realism genre where mystical, wildly imaginative details are blended with realistic conflicts and situations. Which of the following represents a realistic aspect of the story?
An interloper is defined as:
one who is involved in a situation where they aren't wanted or don't belong
a burglar who breaks into a country home
a stranger in a strange place who acts strange
a wolf with sharp teeth, red eyes, and dark fur
This image is representative of "The Interlopers" setting because it is a picture of the:
Carpathian Mountains in winter
Blue Ridge Mountains in fall
Swiss Alps in summer
Prehistoric Times
Which of the following conflicts are present in "The Interlopers"?
Person v. Person
Person v. Nature
Person v. Self
Person v. Society
Person v. Technology
The conflict between Georg's & Ulrich's families is over:
land
money
nationality
water
How do Georg & Ulrich end up face-to-face in "The Interlopers"?
They are both in the woods looking for each other
They are both out hunting deer
They have to pass each other to get to their homes
Georg travels back in time to Ulrich's time period
Georg & Ulrich end up trapped together in "The Interlopers" when:
a tree falls on them
a deer attacks them
they are locked inside a time machine
Gen. Zaroff locks them in a bedroom
This image is important to the "The Interlopers" resolution because:
Wolves are the last things the men see
The men's feud is compared to wolves
The men save each other from wolves
The men's power is compared to wolves
Georg & Ulrich are the story's true interlopers because they:
try to take ownership over nature
bring conflict into a peaceful place
are disrupting the timeline
act uncivilized towards one another in a civilized place
What is a major theme of "The Interlopers"? Choose TWO answers.
Money can't buy happiness
Family is the most important thing
Humans cannot own nature
It is foolish to hold onto a grudge.
What is the main topic of 'The Interlopers'?
romantic relationship between two characters
feud between two families
political conflict between two nations
exploration of a haunted house
Which literary device is prominently used in 'The Interlopers'?
simile
metaphor
personification
irony
What war is currently in process during "Two Friends"?
Anglo-Saxon War
French-Prussian War
World War II
World War III
Why do the two friends think they can go safely to their old fishing place?
The river is far from the scene of battle
The French Colonel will permit them to pass
They are both members of the French militia
The friends are able to enjoy their fishing expedition because they
Pay attention to very little else
Don't take the war seriously
Think the Prussians will ignore them
The fact that the Prussian Commander eats the fish that the two friends caught is considered
Ironic
Comparative
Systematic
What act is shown by the two friends' actions at the end of "Two Friends"?
Cowardice
Chivalry
Incompetence
Who would be considered the "antagonist" in this "Two Friends"?
M. Sauvage
Prussian Commander
M. Morisot
What was the profession of Monsieur Morissot in "Two Friends"?
Watchmaker
Fisherman
Draper
Soldier
What did Morissot and Sauvage discuss while fishing?
Fishing techniques
Political problems
War strategies
Favorite fishing spots
What did the Prussian officer accuse Morissot and Sauvage of being?
Fishermen
Spies
Soldiers
Loyal citizens
What happened to Morissot and Sauvage in the end of "Two Friends"?
They escaped
They were rescued
They were executed
They surrendered
At the beginning of "The Necklace", what is the cause of Madame Loisel's constant unhappiness?
What's one word that would perfectly describe Mathilde Loisel in "The Necklace"?
Happy
Satisfied
Unsure
Jealous
Mathilde Loisel's husband was a _______________.
Trash collector
Doctor
Clerk
Teacher
How did the necklace make Madame Loisel in "The Necklace" feel?
Elegant
Sad
Embarrassed
Plain
Why doesn't Madame Forrestier recognize Mathilde Loisel at the end of the story?
She looked extravagant.
She looked very happy.
She looked old and sad.
She changed her hair color.
How long did it take for Madame Loisel to pay off the debt in "The Necklace"?
20 years
1 year
5 years
10 years
In "The Necklace," what long term effects does the loss of the necklace have on the Loisel's lives?
The loss of the necklace causes the Loisel's to fight, separate, and seek a divorce.
The loss of the necklace brings the Loisel's closer together and makes their marriage stronger.
The loss of the necklace causes the Loisel's to adopt a life of crime in order to repay their debts.
The loss of the necklace causes the Loisel's to go into debt, live in poverty, and work at multiple jobs.
Which statement best summarizes one of the main messages of "The Necklace"?
People should beware of friends who are not honest and try to take advantage of them.
People should never lend anything to friends who cannot be counted on to return them.
People should learn to be happy with what they have rather than longing for things beyond their reach.
People should always strive to build better lives for themselves, regardless of the sacrifices they must make.
What does Monsieur Loisel bring home to his wife in "The Necklace"?
a beautiful dress for her to wear
a large bonus check from his boss
an invitation to a reception from the Minister of Education
In "The Necklace", Madame Loisel's friendship with Madame Forestier is characterized by
equality
companionship
sympathy
envy
Who causes all Madame Loisel's problems in "The Necklace"?
Her husband
The maid
Madame Forestier
Herself
Who is the protagonist of the story?
Monsieur Loisel
The Necklace
Guy de Maupassant
Madame Loisel
