The Landlady Comprehension Flashcard

Front

What did Billy receive from the landlady when he came downstairs?

Back

A cup of tea and a ginger biscuit.

Front

What topics did Billy and the landlady discuss during their conversation?

Back

They talked about the previous guests, the parrot, and the dachshund curled up by the fire.

Front

How did Billy feel about the price of the room?

Back

He thought it was fantastically cheap.

Front

What statement made the reader predict what would happen to Billy?

Back

The landlady said that she stuffed her pet.

Front

What is the correct form of the verb 'hurt' in the sentence: 'The boy ____ his leg when he bumped into the sofa.'?

Back

hurt.

Front

What is the significance of the landlady's offer of tea and biscuits to Billy?

Back

It creates a sense of hospitality and comfort, but also foreshadows the unusual nature of the landlady.

Front

What does the landlady's conversation about previous guests suggest about her character?

Back

It suggests she may be overly attached to her guests or have a peculiar interest in them.

Front

Why is the detail about the stuffed pet important in the story?

Back

It serves as a foreshadowing element that hints at the landlady's strange behavior.

Front

What literary device is used when the reader can predict future events based on current information?

Back

Foreshadowing.

Front

How does the setting of the story contribute to its overall mood?

Back

The setting creates an eerie and suspenseful atmosphere that enhances the story's tension.