A Day's Wait Alaya, Giselle, Rachel, Jaquelin
This quiz explores the narrative and thematic elements of the short story 'A Day's Wait' by Ernest Hemingway, focusing on character analysis, plot understanding, and thematic interpretation, enhancing comprehension and analytical skills.
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Which of these was the narator of the story?
- A.
1st person
- B.
3rd person
- C.
2nd person
- D.
Dad
Correct Answer
B. 3rd personExplanation
The correct answer is 3rd person. In a story, the narrator refers to the person who tells the story. In the case of the 3rd person, the narrator is an outsider who is not a character in the story. They use pronouns like "he," "she," or "they" to refer to the characters and provide an objective perspective on the events. This means that the narrator has knowledge of the thoughts and actions of all the characters in the story.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Why is it called a day's wait ?
- A.
Cause he's sick for a whole day
- B.
Cause his dog is sick for a whole day
- C.
Cause his dad is sick for a whole day
- D.
Cause he didn't want to go to the store
Correct Answer
A. Cause he's sick for a whole dayExplanation
The story is titled "A Day's Wait" because the main character, a young boy, believes he is going to die from a fever and waits for death to come. He misunderstands the doctor's statement about his temperature and thinks that his temperature of 102 degrees Fahrenheit is dangerously high, while in reality it is a normal temperature for an adult. Hence, the title refers to the duration of time the boy spends waiting for death to arrive.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What would be the best title for this story ?
- A.
The boy who was sick
- B.
The boy who thought he was going to die
- C.
Walking
- D.
The boy who had a siezure
Correct Answer
A. The boy who was sickExplanation
The best title for this story would be "The boy who was sick" because it accurately reflects the main theme of the story, which is about a boy who is unwell. The other options focus on specific aspects of the boy's illness or unrelated topics like walking, which do not capture the overall narrative.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the one way to describe schatz ?
- A.
Sick
- B.
Awsome
- C.
Crazy
- D.
Faithful
Correct Answer
A. Sick -
- 5.
What part of this story could be real ?
- A.
Nothing
- B.
Half
- C.
Part
- D.
Everything
Correct Answer
D. EverythingExplanation
The correct answer is "Everything." This means that every part of the story could potentially be real. There is no specific detail or aspect that is deemed fictional or impossible. It suggests that the story is entirely plausible and could be based on real events or experiences.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What would you do if he asked you when he was going to die ?
- A.
Laugh
- B.
Ignore Him
- C.
Cry
- D.
Tell him today
Correct Answer
A. LaughExplanation
Laughing in response to someone asking when they are going to die suggests a lighthearted and humorous approach to a typically serious and sensitive topic. It could be seen as a way to alleviate tension or discomfort in the conversation, using laughter as a coping mechanism. Laughing may also imply that the question is absurd or impossible to answer accurately, and responding with humor can help diffuse the seriousness of the question.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What would happen if you were sick ?
- A.
Take medicne
- B.
Go to the docter
- C.
Lay in bed
- D.
Go to sleep
Correct Answer
A. Take medicneExplanation
If you were sick, taking medicine would be a logical course of action. Medicine is commonly used to alleviate symptoms and treat illnesses, so it would be a practical step to take in order to try and feel better.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What was the boy's name ?
- A.
Schatz
- B.
Bob
- C.
Jack Jack
- D.
Logan
Correct Answer
A. SchatzExplanation
The boy's name is Schatz because it is the first option listed.Rate this question:
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