The Ransom Of Red Chief: Reading Quiz
O. Henry’s “The Ransom of Red Chief” is a short story published in 1910, which follows the story of two men who kidnap and attempt to random a wealthy Alabaman’s son. What do you remember about it?
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the boys name?
- A.
Bill
- B.
Red Chief
- C.
Sam
- D.
Ebenezer Dorset
Correct Answer
B. Red ChiefExplanation
The correct answer is "Red Chief" because the question asks for the name of the boy, and "Red Chief" is one of the options provided.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How much money d the kidnappers want at the beginning?
- A.
$1,500
- B.
$1,000
- C.
$600
- D.
$2,000
Correct Answer
D. $2,000Explanation
The kidnappers wanted $2,000 at the beginning.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How much money did the father want to bring back his son?
- A.
$250
- B.
$600
- C.
$100
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. None of the above -
- 4.
What is the authors name of this short story?
- A.
O'Henry
- B.
James Street
- C.
William Saroyan
- D.
Richard Connell
Correct Answer
A. O'HenryExplanation
The correct answer is O'Henry. O'Henry is the pen name of American writer William Sydney Porter. He is known for his short stories, which often have surprising plot twists and ironic endings. Some of his most famous works include "The Gift of the Magi" and "The Ransom of Red Chief". O'Henry's stories are characterized by their wit, humor, and keen observations of human nature.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How did the kidnappers kidnap the boy?
- 6.
How old is the boy?
- A.
9
- B.
8
- C.
10
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. 10Explanation
Based on the given options, the correct answer is 10. This suggests that the boy's age is 10 years old.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Why did the kidnappers want money? What did they want to do with it?
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