1.
Pick one word to describe Ethan, Mattie and Zeena.
2.
What role does silence play in the story? What major decision does Ethan make because of the lack of conversation?
3.
Describe the following events. How are they similar, how are they different 1) When Zeena answers the door the night of the dance 2) When Mattie answers the door the night Ethan and she are home alone.
4.
Where is the story set?
Correct Answer
B. Starkfield, MA
Explanation
The story is set in Starkfield, MA.
5.
Who is the author of the story?
Correct Answer
C. Edith Wharton
Explanation
Edith Wharton is the author of the story.
6.
The ________ broke at dinner
Correct Answer
Pickle Dish
Explanation
The word "broke" suggests that something shattered or was damaged. The only option given, "Pickle Dish," is a fragile item that could easily break if mishandled. Therefore, it can be inferred that the correct answer is "Pickle Dish" because it is the most logical choice for an item that could break during dinner.
7.
What is missing from Ethan's house?
Correct Answer
D. The L
8.
Why does Zeena leave the house?
Correct Answer
B. To see the doctor
Explanation
Zeena leaves the house to see the doctor. This is indicated by the fact that going to the doctor is a common reason for someone to leave their house. Additionally, the other options (hitting up Mr. Hale, buying a gun, and gambling) do not seem to be logical or relevant reasons for Zeena to leave the house. Therefore, the most plausible explanation is that Zeena leaves the house to see the doctor.
9.
Who broke the pickle dish?
Correct Answer
C. The Cat
Explanation
The question asks who broke the pickle dish, and the correct answer is "The Cat." This suggests that the cat was responsible for breaking the dish, possibly by knocking it off a table or shelf.
10.
What does the pickle dish symbolize?
Correct Answer
B. Ethan & Zeen's marriage. :(
Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the pickle dish symbolizes Ethan and Zeena's marriage. This implies that the pickle dish represents their relationship, possibly indicating that their marriage is dull or unappetizing, similar to a pickle. The use of the sad face emoticon further emphasizes the negative connotation of their marriage.
11.
Ethan sells bricks to Mr. Hale.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement "Ethan sells bricks to Mr. Hale" is false. This means that Ethan does not sell bricks to Mr. Hale.
12.
Why does the narrator stay in Ethan’s home?
Correct Answer
A. Because it is winter and there is a storm
Explanation
The narrator stays in Ethan's home because it is winter and there is a storm. This suggests that the narrator seeks shelter and a place to stay during the harsh weather conditions.
13.
Ethan's assistant is Jotham Powell.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement states that Ethan's assistant is Jotham Powell. Since the statement does not provide any contradictory information, we can assume that the statement is true and accept it as a fact.
14.
Why does Ethan marry Zeena?
Correct Answer
D. Ethan's mother had just died and he was lonely.
Explanation
Ethan marries Zeena because he is feeling lonely after the death of his mother. This suggests that he may be seeking companionship and emotional support during a difficult time in his life. The other options provided, such as Zeena being pregnant or Zeena's mother dying, do not provide a clear reason for Ethan's decision to marry Zeena.
15.
Zeena fails to leave the money under the door.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement implies that Zeena did not fail to leave the money under the door. In other words, Zeena successfully left the money under the door. Therefore, the correct answer is False.