The Landlady: Comprehension

Front

What puzzles Billy about the landlady's guest list?

Back

He is sure he has read their names in the newspaper headlines.

Front

What is the correct vocabulary word to complete the sentence: 'The restaurant served tea and _____________ little cucumber sandwiches.'

Back

dainty

Front

How is Billy Weaver best described?

Back

simple + trusting

Front

What detail provides the best hint about the landlady’s secret?

Back

The landlady explains that she stuffs all her dead pets.

Front

What is foreshadowing?

Back

The use of clues or hints to suggest events that will occur later in the plot.

Front

What is the significance of the landlady's guest list in the story?

Back

It raises suspicion about the fate of her previous guests.

Front

Define 'dainty' in the context of food.

Back

Dainty refers to something that is delicately small and pretty, often used to describe light and elegant food.

Front

What character traits make Billy Weaver vulnerable in the story?

Back

His simplicity and trustfulness make him susceptible to the landlady's manipulations.

Front

How does the landlady's behavior contribute to the story's suspense?

Back

Her overly friendly demeanor and peculiar habits create an unsettling atmosphere.

Front

What role does foreshadowing play in 'The Landlady'?

Back

It builds tension and hints at the dark outcome of the story.