The Devil And Tom Walker Quiz

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1. What is supposed to be hidden under one of the big trees beside the inlet? Why is that a good hiding place?

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The correct answer is Kidd's treasure because it is near an Indian ruin said to have hosted human sacrifices. This makes it a good hiding place because people would be hesitant to search near a location associated with such dark history and potential danger.

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A mix of short answer, multiple choice, and vocabulary fill-in-the-blank questions over Washington Irving's "The Devil and Tom Walker."

2. When his wife hears Tom's story, what is her reaction? How does this change Tom's attitude?

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When his wife hears Tom's story, she is upset that he didn't take the offer from the devil and insists that he should have accepted it. This reaction from his wife changes Tom's attitude as he refuses to please his wife and decides not to take the devil's offer.

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3. What favor does a customer ask on Tom's last day of life? Why does he think Tom might grant it?

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The customer asks for an extension on his loan because Tom is a good friend. This implies that Tom has the authority to grant loan extensions and the customer believes that Tom would be willing to do so because of their close friendship.

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4. Why is it a particularly good time for Tom to undertake his new career?

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The speculation caused a recession, which implies that the economy was not in a good state. During a recession, many people lose their jobs and businesses suffer. This creates an opportunity for Tom to undertake his new career because there may be less competition and more demand for new services or products. Additionally, during a recession, there may be more government support and incentives for individuals starting new businesses or changing careers.

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5. What does the tree with Deacon Peabody's name on it show about him? (How is it used as a symbol of his character?)

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The tree with Deacon Peabody's name on it symbolizes his outward appearance of strength and prominence. However, it also suggests that beneath this façade, he is corrupt and morally rotten. The tree serves as a metaphor for his character, showing that he may be respected and revered by society, but his true nature is deceitful and immoral.

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6. Match each word with its correct definition.
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What is supposed to be hidden under one of the big trees beside the...
When his wife hears Tom's story, what is her reaction? How does this...
What favor does a customer ask on Tom's last day of life? Why does he...
Why is it a particularly good time for Tom to undertake his new...
What does the tree with Deacon Peabody's name on it show about him?...
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