Quiz N. 1 The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg
Mark Twain’s “The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg” is a short piece of fiction publish first in Harper’s Monthly in December 1899, and is said to be a somewhat satirical replay of the Garden of Eden story.
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How did the neighboring towns feel about Hadleyburg?
- A.
They were happy for it
- B.
They were prouder if it than of any other of its possessions
- C.
They were jealous of it
- D.
They were concerned
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. They were jealous of itExplanation
The neighboring towns felt jealous of Hadleyburg. This suggests that Hadleyburg was seen as superior or more successful compared to the other towns. The jealousy could stem from various factors such as wealth, reputation, or achievements.Rate this question:
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- 2.
1. The word gambler can be translated as:
- A.
Mendigo
- B.
Jugador
- C.
Loco
- D.
Roedor
- E.
Estafador
Correct Answer
B. JugadorExplanation
The correct answer is "Jugador" because "gambler" refers to someone who participates in gambling activities, such as betting or playing games of chance for money. "Jugador" translates to "player" in English, which accurately represents someone who engages in gambling. The other options, "Mendigo" (beggar), "Loco" (crazy), "Roedor" (rodent), and "Estafador" (swindler), do not have the same meaning as "gambler" and are therefore incorrect translations.Rate this question:
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1. The word "unsmirched" means.
- A.
Clean
- B.
Holy
- C.
Honest
- D.
Correct
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. CleanExplanation
The word "unsmirched" means clean. This can be inferred from the fact that the word is preceded by the prefix "un-" which indicates the opposite or absence of something. In this case, "unsmirched" suggests the absence of smirch or dirt, therefore implying cleanliness.Rate this question:
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- 4.
1. What was the name of Mrs. Richards?
- A.
Earn
- B.
Edward
- C.
Mary
- D.
Peter
- E.
Ann
Correct Answer
B. Edward -
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What was the name of the publication that Mrs. Richards was reading when the stranger arrived to her house?
- A.
The Missionary Herald
- B.
The angel of the morning
- C.
The Herald of the Morning
- D.
The Morning Herald
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. The Missionary HeraldExplanation
Mrs. Richards was reading The Missionary Herald when the stranger arrived at her house.Rate this question:
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- 6.
For how many years had Hadleyburg kept its reputation?
- A.
For 3 years
- B.
For 3 generations
- C.
For 3 months
- D.
For 3 days
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. For 3 generationsExplanation
Hadleyburg had kept its reputation for 3 generations. This means that for three consecutive sets of parents and their children, the town of Hadleyburg maintained its reputation. This suggests that the town's reputation was deeply ingrained and passed down through the generations, indicating a long-standing and consistent reputation.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The word "likely" can also be replaced by:
- A.
Probable
- B.
Probably
- C.
Want
- D.
Supposedly
- E.
Credible
Correct Answer
A. ProbableExplanation
The word "likely" expresses a high possibility or probability of something happening. Similarly, the word "probable" also indicates a high likelihood or chance of an event occurring. Therefore, "probable" can be used as a synonym for "likely" in this context.Rate this question:
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- 8.
1. The winner of the sack had to appear in _________ days at __________
- A.
15 days/ 8 o’clock in the morning
- B.
30 days / 8 o’clock in the evening
- C.
30 days / 6 o’clock in the morning
- D.
15 days / 8 o’clock in the evening
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. 30 days / 8 o’clock in the eveningExplanation
The winner of the sack had to appear 30 days after winning at 8 o'clock in the evening.Rate this question:
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1. Who was the one who had the right to break the seals of the sack?
- A.
Mr. Richards
- B.
Mr. Burgess
- C.
Mr. Sandy
- D.
Mr. Hadleyburg
- E.
Mrs. Richards
Correct Answer
B. Mr. BurgessExplanation
Mr. Burgess was the one who had the right to break the seals of the sack. This can be inferred from the information given in the question. The question states that someone had the "right" to break the seals, implying that there was a specific person who was authorized to do so. Among the options provided, Mr. Burgess is the only male character mentioned, indicating that he is the most likely candidate to have this authority.Rate this question:
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- 10.
1. The news about the strange man and the sack of gold was known in all Europe.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that the news about the strange man and the sack of gold was known throughout Europe. This implies that the information had spread widely and was not limited to a specific region or country within Europe. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that the statement is correct and the news had indeed reached all of Europe.Rate this question:
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1. How much is “a houndred and sixty pounds” in dollars, according to Mr. Richards?
- A.
One hundred dollars
- B.
One million dollars
- C.
Forty thousand dollars
- D.
Forty dollars
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Forty thousand dollarsExplanation
According to Mr. Richards, "a hundred and sixty pounds" is equivalent to "Forty thousand dollars".Rate this question:
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- 12.
1. How much money gave the citizen from Hadleyburg to the gambler?
- A.
20 thousand dollars
- B.
20 dollars
- C.
20 houndred dollars
- D.
20 cents
- E.
2 dollars
Correct Answer
B. 20 dollarsExplanation
The citizen from Hadleyburg gave the gambler 20 dollars.Rate this question:
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- 13.
According to Mrs. Richards, where was Mr. Richards when the stranger asked for him?
- A.
He was in Europe
- B.
He was in Brixton
- C.
He was in Berlin
- D.
He was in Dublin
- E.
He was in Montreal
Correct Answer
B. He was in BrixtonExplanation
Mrs. Richards stated that Mr. Richards was in Brixton when the stranger asked for him.Rate this question:
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- 14.
1. The expression “without a penny” means:
- A.
Without money
- B.
Without hope
- C.
Without a pen
- D.
Without life
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Without moneyExplanation
The expression "without a penny" means being completely broke or having no money. It indicates a state of financial deprivation or poverty.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Mark Twain was from Hadleyburg.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Mark Twain was not from Hadleyburg. He was a renowned American writer and humorist, born in Florida, Missouri and later lived in various cities including Hannibal, Missouri. Hadleyburg is a fictional town created by Mark Twain in his short story "The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg." Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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