The Third Wish Short Story Quiz: Test!

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    What inference can be made as to why Leita spends so much time by the river?

    • She misses her life as a human.
    • She misses living with the King of the Forest.
    • She misses her life as a swan.
    • She loves watching the flow of the water.
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The Third Wish Short Story Quiz assesses understanding of character motivations, conflicts, and thematic elements in the story. It gauges analytical skills and comprehension, making it ideal for learners exploring English literature.

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  • 2. 

    At the beginning of "The Third Wish," the only thing troubling Mr. Peters is that...

    • He must make three wishes.

    • He misses his first wife.

    • He is somewhat lonely.

    • He lives in a remote place.

    Correct Answer
    A. He is somewhat lonely.
    Explanation
    In the beginning of "The Third Wish," Mr. Peters is described as being content with his life, except for the fact that he feels somewhat lonely. This is evident when the narrator states that Mr. Peters "was not unhappy, but he was lonely." This suggests that although Mr. Peters may have everything he needs, he lacks companionship or someone to share his life with, which troubles him.

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  • 3. 

    Based on this excerpt from "The Third Wish," what inference can be made about Leita's desire to stay at home? "Poor Mr. Peters...did his best to make her life happier,...even suggesting a trip around the world. But she said no to that; she would prefer to stay in their own house near the river."

    • Leita loves the outdoors but doesn't really care to travel.

    • Leits does not like Mr. Peters enough to travel around the world with him.

    • Leita does not want to be far from her sister.

    • Leita does not want to miss her daily swims with Rhea, in the river.

    Correct Answer
    A. Leita does not want to be far from her sister.
    Explanation
    Leita's desire to stay at home can be inferred from the fact that she prefers to stay in their own house near the river rather than going on a trip around the world. This suggests that she values the comfort and familiarity of her home and the proximity to the river, which could be important to her daily routine and activities, such as her swims with her sister. Therefore, it can be inferred that Leita does not want to be far from her sister.

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  • 4. 

    Mr. Peters changes Leita back into a swan because...

    • She does not respect him and refuses to live as a human.

    • She refuses to submit to his requests.

    • She is unhappy as a swan.

    • She is unhappy as a human.

    Correct Answer
    A. She is unhappy as a human.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "she is unhappy as a human." This suggests that Mr. Peters changes Leita back into a swan because she is not content with her human form. It implies that being a human does not bring her happiness, so Mr. Peters transforms her back into a swan to restore her sense of contentment.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following statements is the best interpretation of the passage below from the text? "Next day he saw two swans swimming at the bottom of the garden, and one of them wore the gold chain he had given Leita after their marriage; she came up and rubbed her head against his hand."

    • The swan wishes to return the chain to Mr. Peters.

    • The chain has gotten tangled around the swan's neck and since Mr. Peter's was helpful to the King of the Forest, his assistance is sought by the swan.

    • The swans have found and plan to keep Leita's gold chain.

    • The swans are Leita and her sister, Rhea.

    Correct Answer
    A. The swans are Leita and her sister, Rhea.
  • 6. 

    After Mr. Peters turns Leita back into a swan, what inference can be made as to why Leita rests her head against Mr. Peters' before flying away?

    • Leita wants Mr. Peters to scratch her head.

    • Leita is trying to find a way to bite Mr. Peters.

    • Leita is saddened by being turned back into a swan.

    • Leita is thankful for her transformation.

    Correct Answer
    A. Leita is thankful for her transformation.
    Explanation
    Leita resting her head against Mr. Peters before flying away implies that she is thankful for her transformation. This behavior can be seen as a gesture of gratitude towards Mr. Peters for turning her back into a swan.

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  • 7. 

    Mr. Peters comes to bed one night and finds Leita calling out in her sleep. In this situation, what type of conflict exists and how is it revealed?

    • External. In her dream, Leita is talking of her fear of having to leave Mr. Peters.

    • Internal. In her dream, Leita is afraid of the river and is calling out for help.

    • External. In her dream, Leita is talking and laughing with Rhea, which frustrates the King of the Forest.

    • Internal. In her dream, Leita is crying and calling for her sister to wait for her.

    Correct Answer
    A. Internal. In her dream, Leita is crying and calling for her sister to wait for her.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Internal. In her dream, Leita is crying and calling for her sister to wait for her. This is an example of internal conflict because Leita's fear and longing for her sister are manifested in her dream. The conflict is revealed through Leita's emotional distress and her desperate plea for her sister to wait for her.

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  • 8. 

    Mr. Peters shows Leita all of his treasures. Of all of Mr. Peters' treasures, why does the river please Leita the most?

    • She loves to swim to get her daily exercise.

    • She is soothed by the sound of the water.

    • She has a personal connection to the river.

    • She loves the water and plans to spend most of her time outside.

    Correct Answer
    A. She has a personal connection to the river.
    Explanation
    Leita is most pleased by the river because she has a personal connection to it. This suggests that the river holds a special meaning or significance to her, possibly due to past experiences or memories associated with it. This personal connection could evoke emotions or a sense of belonging, making the river particularly pleasing to her compared to Mr. Peters' other treasures.

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  • 9. 

    When the King of the Forest first appears, how do you know that he and Mr. Peters are experiencing an external conflict?

    • Mr. Peters argues with the King about life as a swan versus life as a human.

    • Mr. Peters grows mean and threatens the King when he speaks.

    • The King has fierce eyes, is unfriendly, and speaks threateningly to Mr. Peters.

    • The King and Mr. Peters get into a fist fight over the granting of the three wishes.

    Correct Answer
    A. The King has fierce eyes, is unfriendly, and speaks threateningly to Mr. Peters.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the King has fierce eyes, is unfriendly, and speaks threateningly to Mr. Peters. This indicates that there is an external conflict between the King and Mr. Peters. The aggressive behavior and hostile communication from the King suggest that there is tension and disagreement between the two characters.

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  • 10. 

    Upon his death, Mr. Peters is found smiling happily and holding a withered leaf and white feather. What does this description suggest?

    • Mr. Peters dies trying to think of a use for his third wish.

    • Mr. Peters is transformed into a swan before he dies.

    • Mr. Peters gives his third wish to Leita before he dies, who uses it to turn Mr. Peters into a swan.

    • Mr. Peters never uses the third wish and dies content.

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Peters never uses the third wish and dies content.
    Explanation
    The description of Mr. Peters smiling happily and holding a withered leaf and white feather suggests that he is content because he never used his third wish. The withered leaf and white feather symbolize the passage of time and the fulfillment of his wishes. Mr. Peters' smile indicates his satisfaction with how his life has turned out, despite not using his final wish. This implies that he lived a fulfilling life and died content.

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  • 11. 

    Mr. Peters offers to use a wish to change Rhea into a human. What does this action suggest to the reader?

    • Mr. Peters is frustrated by Leita's unhappiness and will do anything to make himself not feel guilty.

    • Mr. Peters wants to make Leita happy.

    • Mr. Peters knows that Rhea is sick and needs Leita's help.

    • Leita has convinced Rhea that life is better is a human.

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Peters wants to make Leita happy.
    Explanation
    The action of Mr. Peters offering to use a wish to change Rhea into a human suggests that he wants to make Leita happy. This implies that he cares about Leita's happiness and is willing to go to great lengths to fulfill her desires.

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  • 12. 

    How does Mr. Peters' second wish to resolve the major conflict in the story?

    • Mr. Peters is happy because he is finally alone again.

    • Mr. Peters had wanted a wife who was not a swan.

    • Leita is with her sister and no longer unhappy.

    • Leita had not been nice to Mr. Peters, so he has decided to return Leita to her life before meeting him.

    Correct Answer
    A. Leita is with her sister and no longer unhappy.
    Explanation
    Mr. Peters' second wish to resolve the major conflict in the story is by ensuring that Leita is with her sister and no longer unhappy. This indicates that he wants to prioritize Leita's happiness and well-being over his own desires. By granting this wish, Mr. Peters is showing empathy and compassion towards Leita, potentially indicating a positive character development for him in the story.

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  • 13. 

    As Mr. Peters grows old, why are so many people afraid of him?

    • He communicates with two swans.

    • He still has a wish that he hasn't used.

    • They think he is a theif and powerful magician.

    • Never letting anyone in his house, not very many know much about him.

    Correct Answer
    A. He communicates with two swans.
    Explanation
    The reason why so many people are afraid of Mr. Peters is because he communicates with two swans. This suggests that he possesses some kind of supernatural or magical ability, which can be intimidating and unsettling to others. Additionally, the ability to communicate with animals may also be seen as strange or unusual, causing people to be fearful or wary of him.

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  • 14. 

    There were six students around nine years old and an older boy on the __ of puberty, sitting around a beautiful blond, who was singing and dancing around the campfire.

    • Peril

    • Malicious

    • Distress

    • Verge

    Correct Answer
    A. Verge
    Explanation
    The word "verge" means the edge or brink of something. In this context, the older boy is on the verge of puberty, meaning he is close to reaching or experiencing it. The word "verge" accurately describes his age and stage of development, as he is sitting with younger students who are around nine years old.

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  • 15. 

    What can you infer from the following remark made by the King of the Forest? "I have yet to hear of the human being who made any good use of his three wishes--they mostly end up worse off than they started."

    • The King is saying that Mr. Peters lacks basic intelligence.

    • The King is saying that Mr. Peters will waste his three wishes.

    • The King is saying that every human he meets wants three wishes.

    • The King is saying that he has granted three wishes to many humans.

    Correct Answer
    A. The King is saying that Mr. Peters will waste his three wishes.
    Explanation
    The King's remark implies that he believes humans tend to misuse or squander their three wishes, resulting in a worse situation than before. This suggests that the King expects Mr. Peters to follow the same pattern and not make good use of his wishes.

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  • 16. 

    The King of the Forest was grateful to have been rescued by Mr. Peters.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the King of the Forest was grateful to Mr. Peters for rescuing him. However, the answer is false because the statement does not provide any information about the King of the Forest's feelings towards Mr. Peters. It is not clear whether the King of the Forest was grateful or not. Therefore, the answer is false as it cannot be determined from the given statement.

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  • 17. 

    Mr. Peters chooses not to use all three of his wishes at once because...

    • The King of the Forest warns him not to.

    • He wants to save two for an emergency.

    • The King of the Forest has forbidden him to do so.

    • He can think of only one thing to wish for.

    Correct Answer
    A. He wants to save two for an emergency.
    Explanation
    Mr. Peters chooses not to use all three of his wishes at once because he wants to save two for an emergency.

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  • 18. 

    As did the swans in "The Third Wish" many teenagers are guilty of __ themselves before going to any function.

    • Extricate

    • Distressed

    • Malicious

    • Preening

    Correct Answer
    A. Preening
    Explanation
    The word "preening" means to groom or primp oneself, usually in a self-satisfied or conceited manner. In the context of the sentence, it suggests that teenagers, like the swans in "The Third Wish," are guilty of excessively focusing on their appearance or vanity before attending any function. This behavior implies that they are overly concerned with their appearance and may spend a significant amount of time getting ready or grooming themselves before going out.

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  • 19. 

    The news that school had been canceled due to inclement weather had not __ any of the students at East Hoke Middle School. However, the fact that the early release day scheduled for February 26th is now a whole day of school, might.

    • Distressed

    • Malicious

    • Extricate

    • Presumptuous

    Correct Answer
    A. Distressed
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "distressed" because the sentence states that the news of school cancellation did not affect any of the students, but the fact that a scheduled early release day is now a full day of school might cause distress or worry among the students.

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  • 20. 

    It was a long time before the dragons could __ the bleeding youth, badly beaten almost to death.

    • Peril

    • Presumptuous

    • Distress

    • Extricate

    Correct Answer
    A. Extricate
    Explanation
    The word "extricate" means to free or release someone or something from a difficult or dangerous situation. In the given sentence, the dragons were unable to free the bleeding youth who was badly beaten almost to death for a long time. Therefore, the word "extricate" is the correct answer as it accurately describes the action of the dragons trying to rescue the youth from their distressing situation.

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  • 21. 

    Leita tells Mr. Peters not to use his second wish to turn her back into a swan. The purpose of this is because...

    • She does not want him to waste a wish on her.

    • She feels an obligation to stay with him.

    • She is getting used to living as a human.

    • She hated living as a swan.

    Correct Answer
    A. She feels an obligation to stay with him.
    Explanation
    Leita tells Mr. Peters not to use his second wish to turn her back into a swan because she feels an obligation to stay with him. This suggests that Leita values their relationship and wants to continue being with him as a human rather than going back to being a swan. By expressing this, she is indicating her commitment and loyalty towards Mr. Peters.

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  • 22. 

    Her chief function, however, was to see that the beasts of burden were duly fed and to protect them against accidents and the __ influences of the enemy.

    • Peril

    • Verge

    • Grimacing

    • Malicious

    Correct Answer
    A. Malicious
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "malicious". In the given sentence, the chief function of the person mentioned is to ensure that the beasts of burden are fed and protected. The word "malicious" fits in this context as it refers to harmful or spiteful intentions. Therefore, the person's role is to protect the beasts against any harmful or malicious influences from the enemy.

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  • 23. 

    All the evidence goes to show that Donald Trump was one of the most __ and narrow-minded of all human beings.

    • Malicious

    • Credulous

    • Preening

    • Presumptuous

    Correct Answer
    A. Presumptuous
    Explanation
    Presumptuous means to be excessively confident or arrogant, often overstepping boundaries or assuming things without justification. In the given context, the phrase "All the evidence goes to show" suggests that there is ample proof indicating Donald Trump's behavior. Therefore, the correct answer, presumptuous, aligns with the idea that he displayed arrogance and overconfidence, possibly making assumptions without sufficient evidence.

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  • 24. 

    "The Third Wish" is a story about the troubles associated with messing with one's fate and "The Monkey's Paw" is a story about the consequences of greed.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because it incorrectly summarizes the themes of the two stories. "The Third Wish" is actually a story about the power of love and the importance of making selfless choices, while "The Monkey's Paw" is about the dangers of wishing for things without considering the potential negative consequences. Both stories explore different themes and caution against different actions, making the given statement incorrect.

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