8th Grade Short Story Quizzes, Questions & Answers
Recent Short Story Quizzes
The fictional classical book by Isaac Ashimov takes us on a journey of two families as they struggle to deal with their differences. Just how well do you remember this find piece of work? Take the quiz below and find out...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 938 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat's the name of the family featured in this story?
A strange encounter with what seems like a man in the middle of nowhere. Allie is rescued after a freak accident somewhere on the desert. Everything gives the impression that this is no ordinary pit stop.
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 70 | Last updated: Mar 17, 2025
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Sample QuestionWho is involved in the strange accident?
William Trevor KBE was an Irish novelist, playwright and short story writer. He is considered one of the greatest short story authors of the last century, receiving honors and winning many awards for his contribution to the...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 82 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat is William Trevor's other name?
This quiz focuses on 'Thank You M'am' by Langston Hughes, assessing understanding of character motivations, conflicts, and themes. It evaluates critical thinking and inferential skills, enhancing comprehension of American...
Questions: 20 | Attempts: 1333 | Last updated: Sep 5, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhich of these events is an example of an external conflict?
Short stories are a fan favorite for those people who do not like a buildup of a story that takes weeks to read. Do you have a list of sad short stories you have read or do you like action packed ones with happy endings?...
Questions: 8 | Attempts: 474 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat's the title of the story where both men created a friendship despite their serious illness?
"You can never put a good man down. His patience may have limits, but there are times that he is also hurt by other people's insensitivity and cruelty. He keeps an open hand, no matter how people criticize him for his...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 3098 | Last updated: Sep 6, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat type of literary work is Rip Van Winkle?
The Landlady is a horror Short Story that tells the story of Billy, who goes to bed and breakfast for the first time and doesn’t live to see another bed and breakfast after. Have had time to read this chilling book? Get to...
Questions: 16 | Attempts: 388 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhen Billy arrives in Bath, he —
Explore key elements of Roald Dahl's 'The Landlady' in this trivia quiz. Assess your understanding of the plot, characters, and subtle details that define this intriguing short story. Ideal for learners keen on English literature...
Questions: 14 | Attempts: 413 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhen Billy arrives in Bath, he
"The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" Quiz is a delightful exploration of Mark Twain's classic short story. This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of the amusing characters, clever plot twists,...
Questions: 5 | Attempts: 284 | Last updated: Oct 22, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat vice does Jim Smiley like to indulge in?
Below is a literature trivia test on the most dangerous game by Richard Connel. The story can be seen as scary for some and thrilling for others, how did you see it when you read it? The quiz is perfect for seeing just how much...
Questions: 16 | Attempts: 416 | Last updated: Mar 18, 2025
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Sample QuestionAt the beginning of the story, Rainsford and _____________are on a boat bound for the Amazon forest.
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