The Open Window By Saki: A Spooky And Satirical Story Quiz

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    Why does Frampton flee from the house?

    • He believes he has seen a ghost
    • He forgot his medicine at home
    • He is embarrassed
    • He is afraid of the hunting dog
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"The Open Window" is a famous short story written by Hector Hugh Munro under the nickname of Saki, published in the Westminster Gazette on November 18, 1911. It is is one of the most compilated works by Saki, and has been adapted for film, television, and radio. Take this quiz test your knowledge and recall the characters and events of "The Open Window" story. Let's play the quiz. All the best!

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  • 2. 

    Who does Framton speak with when he first enters the house?

    • Mr. Sappleton

    • Vera

    • Ronnie

    • Mrs. Sappleton

    Correct Answer
    A. Vera
    Explanation
    Framton speaks with Vera when he first enters the house. This is evident from the information provided in the question.

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  • 3. 

    In "The Open Window," Vera recounts a fabricated tale of a great tragedy that supposedly befell the _____________ family.

    Correct Answer
    Sappleton, sappleton
    Explanation
    Vera, the mischievous niece in Saki's story, weaves a tale of a tragic hunting accident that supposedly claimed the lives of Mr. Sappleton and his hunting companions. This fabricated tragedy serves as the crux of her deception, preying on Mr. Nuttel's nervousness and setting the stage for the story's climax when the "dead" men return, further unsettling the already anxious visitor.

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  • 4. 

    What kind of dog do the men bring hunting with them?

    • Greyhound

    • Spaniel

    • Bulldog

    • Pitbull

    Correct Answer
    A. Spaniel
    Explanation
    The men bring a spaniel hunting with them. Spaniels are commonly used as hunting dogs due to their excellent sense of smell, agility, and ability to retrieve game. They are particularly skilled in flushing out birds and small game from hiding spots, making them valuable companions for hunters.

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  • 5. 

    According to Vera, where are the bodies of the drowned hunting party?

    • Buried under the open window

    • Buried in mrs. sapplton's front yard

    • Buried in a nearby cemetery

    • They were never found

    Correct Answer
    A. They were never found
    Explanation
    According to Vera, the bodies of the drowned hunting party were never found. This suggests that their bodies were lost or unable to be recovered after the incident.

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  • 6. 

    What does Saki mock in this story?

    • Children

    • Animals 

    • Girls 

    • Edwardian Society 

    Correct Answer
    A. Edwardian Society 
    Explanation
    In this story, Saki mocks Edwardian Society. Through his satirical writing, he ridicules the social norms, conventions, and behaviors of the upper class during the Edwardian era. Saki uses humor and irony to expose the hypocrisy, shallowness, and absurdity of this society, highlighting its flaws and criticizing its values and traditions.

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  • 7. 

    Where did Frampton's sister use to work?

    • The grocery store

    • The library

    • The hospital 

    • The rectory

    Correct Answer
    A. The rectory
    Explanation
    Frampton's sister used to work at the rectory.

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  • 8. 

    What does the hunting party hunt?

    • Deer

    • Duck

    • Chicken

    • Snipe

    Correct Answer
    A. Snipe
    Explanation
    The hunting party hunts snipe.

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  • 9. 

    According to Vera, the hunting tragedy occurred during what season?

    • Winter

    • Spring

    • Fall

    • Summer

    Correct Answer
    A. Summer
    Explanation
    Vera states that the hunting tragedy occurred during the summer season.

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  • 10. 

    In Saki's short story "The Open Window," Mr. Nuttel suffers from _________.

    Correct Answer
    Nerves, nerves, nerve, Nerve
    Explanation
    Mr. Nuttel is portrayed as a fragile and anxious character seeking a restful retreat in the countryside. He is explicitly described as suffering from nerves, a condition for which he seeks a cure through a change of environment. This underlying condition makes him particularly susceptible to the story's central deception, as his nervousness and social awkwardness contribute to his gullibility and heightened sense of unease.

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