8th Grade Short Story Quizzes, Questions & Answers
Recent Short Story Quizzes
In this quiz, we are going to go over and and see what you remeber. This is a reading comprehension test
80% is a passing grade.
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 2831 | Last updated: May 1, 2025
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Sample QuestionWho was the author of "Dark They Were and Golden-Eyed"?
Questions to be answered after reading the short story by Dahl.
Questions: 24 | Attempts: 1446 | Last updated: Mar 19, 2025
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Sample QuestionWho is the protagonist in the story?
Explore your understanding of Jack London's 'To Build a Fire' with this trivia quiz. Assess key aspects like setting, narrative perspective, character analysis, and thematic elements. Ideal for enhancing literary analysis skills.
Questions: 26 | Attempts: 1284 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat is the setting of the story?
For those of you who love reading all types of books, then it would be surprising if you bypassed The Devil and Tom Walker and this quiz is surely for you. Test how much you know about it the book.
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 246 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat is one of the Devil's many names?
The 'Wine on the Desert Book Quiz! Trivia' tests knowledge and analytical skills on the short story, focusing on key elements like plot, setting, and literary devices such as foreshadowing and symbolism.
Questions: 15 | Attempts: 549 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhy did Durante arrive at Tony's home?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of Poe's short story, The Tell-Tale Heart! (Hint: Most of the answers can be found on this website.)
Questions: 11 | Attempts: 512 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat is the old man't beating heart at the end of the story most likely a symbol of?
The Black Cat Test assesses understanding of key literary elements in the short story by Edgar Allan Poe. It evaluates knowledge of symbols, conflicts, and narrative techniques, enhancing critical reading and analytical skills.
Questions: 12 | Attempts: 2010 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
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Sample QuestionAn event in the story that was NOT a conflict was:
Have you read the amazing short story 'Zebra' written by Chaim Potok? If yes, then you must check out this 'Zebra Trivia Quiz' that we've created here to test your knowledge. Chaim Potok has written this story...
Questions: 14 | Attempts: 2583 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025
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Sample QuestionWho is the main character in the story?
Have you read 'The Nightingale and the Rose' story? Can you attempt these MCQ questions and answers based on the same story that we've designed below? Try this quiz, then. The Nightingale and the Rose is a tragic...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 9530 | Last updated: Oct 6, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhat is the main conflict in the story?
Explore the mysterious tale 'The Sphinx without a Secret' through this engaging quiz. Assess your understanding of plot details, character analysis, and setting, centered around Oscar Wilde's storytelling. Ideal for learners...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 126 | Last updated: Oct 1, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhere does the action take place?
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