Ransom Of Red Chief 1
Quick review quiz over the short story, The Ransom of Red Chief.
- 1.
What is the definition of character motivation?
- A.
What a person says or does
- B.
How quickly a character acts
- C.
The general mood or attitude of a character
- D.
The reasons why a character acts, thinks or feels a certain way.
Correct Answer
D. The reasons why a character acts, thinks or feels a certain way.Explanation
Character motivation refers to the underlying reasons that drive a character's actions, thoughts, and emotions. It explores the factors that influence a character's behavior and helps to understand their intentions, desires, and goals. By understanding a character's motivation, we can gain insight into their choices and decisions throughout a story. This definition encompasses the reasons behind a character's actions, thoughts, and feelings, making it the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Consider static and dynamic character. Static characters do not undergo significant change, while dynamic characters do undergo significant change. Read the following statements and check all of them statements that you believe to be true. Only one answer will be checked.
- A.
Bill is dynamic because he realizes he is not as tough as he thought he was
- B.
Johnny is dynamic because he does not change from the beginning of the story until the end. He is still rotten.
- C.
Sam is dynamic because he does not undergo significant change.
Correct Answer
A. Bill is dynamic because he realizes he is not as tough as he thought he wasExplanation
Bill is considered dynamic because he undergoes a significant change in his perception of himself. He realizes that he is not as tough as he believed himself to be, indicating a shift in his character. This change in self-awareness demonstrates a transformation in Bill's personality, making him a dynamic character.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following best decribes the character traits of Johnny (Boy Dorset).
- A.
Quiet, shy, and caring
- B.
Happy-go-lucky and fun to be around
- C.
Mean, obnoxious, and juvenile
- D.
Sweet, honest, and hardworking
Correct Answer
C. Mean, obnoxious, and juvenile -
- 4.
The author uses irony several times in this story. Check the examples below that illustrate the author's use of irony. More that one box may be checked.
- A.
"When I got to the cave I found Bill backed up against the side of it..."
- B.
"'Perhaps,' says I to myself, 'it has not been discovered that the wolves have borne away the tender lambkin from the fold"
- C.
"I got the knife away from the kid and made him lie down again.
Correct Answer
B. "'Perhaps,' says I to myself, 'it has not been discovered that the wolves have borne away the tender lambkin from the fold"Explanation
The correct answer is "'Perhaps,' says I to myself, 'it has not been discovered that the wolves have borne away the tender lambkin from the fold." This statement is ironic because the narrator is sarcastically suggesting that it is possible that nobody has noticed the wolves taking the lamb, even though it is an obvious and alarming event. The use of irony in this example highlights the narrator's disbelief or cynicism towards the situation.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Why does Bill want to return Johnny? In other words, What was his MOTIVATION?
- A.
Because he is sure his family misses him
- B.
Because he is going crazy because the boy is torturing him
- C.
He feels bad for taking him
- D.
He has decided he no longer want to be a crook
Correct Answer
B. Because he is going crazy because the boy is torturing himExplanation
Bill wants to return Johnny because he is going crazy due to the boy's torture. This suggests that Johnny's behavior is causing significant mental distress to Bill, leading him to want to get rid of Johnny.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What was the conflict in this story. How was the conflict resolved?
- 7.
Summaraze The Ransom of Red Chief using complete sentences. (Please be sure to include the main ideas)
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