Ruthless

Which line from the text best represents the pleasure Judson takes in revenge?

• “Whoever broke into my closet last winter and stole my liquor will probably try it again once we are out of here...” (from paragraph 10)

• "He corked the bottle and set it back on the shelf alongside the little whiskey glass." (from paragraph 14)

• "He seemed fascinated as he saw the Bourbon changing into a deadly drink." (from paragraph 13)

• "...for Judson Webb loved his personal possessions and became furious if they were touched by any hand but his own." (from paragraph 2)

How do Mabel’s (the wife) words affect her conflict with Judson?

• She helps Judson realize that what he is doing is morally wrong.

• She provides an opposite viewpoint and argument to his desire for revenge.

• She convinces Judson to consider the consequences of his actions.

• She desires for Judson to take revenge on the thief as well.

Which character traits would describe Judson Webb:

• Cruel

• Greedy

• Vindictive

• All of the above

What is the central conflict of the story?

• Judson Webb is concerned with someone stealing from him so he seeks revenge

• Judson Webb's wife doesn't agree with his cruelty

• Judson Webb can't trust anyone

• Judson Webb is concerned with the safety of his belongings when he leaves his cabin for the winter

Which of these events is the story's climax?

• When Judson places the pills into the bourbon

• When Judson discovers his bourbon has been drank

• When Judson slips on an acorn

• When Judson leaves the cabin

"Outside, the woods lay basking in clear October sunlight: trees a riot of colour, air full of autumn's tang and the shark, exciting smell of moist, leaf covered earth."

This is considered the story's exposition. What does it tell us?

• It is winter and the story takes place in the city

• It is fall and the story takes place in the country

• It is winter and the story takes place in the country

• It is fall and the story takes place in the city

Which statement expresses the main theme?

• It is important to take the opinions of your loved ones into consideration

• There will be consequences if you take justice into your own hands.

• No crime is bad enough to warrant another person's death

• If you commit a crime, you will likely be punished in a similar fashion.

In paragraph 2, the author states, "Not even his wife was allowed to have a key, for Judson Webb loved his personal possessions and felt a sense of deep outrage if they were touched by any hand but his own." What does this express about Judson's character?

• This quote expresses the lack of understanding anyone has for Judson's prized possessions.

• The quote details the nature of love Judson has towards his wife.

• The quote expresses how serious and how possessive Judson is about his items.

• The quote expresses the reason why Judson wants to eliminate anyone who touches his belongings.

Paragraph 10 states, "Her eyes narrowed as she watched him." What does this statement reveal about how she feels towards her husband?

• She no longer wants to be around her husband.

• She is indifferent about the nature of his actions.

• She is worried about how his actions will affect their family.

• She is very suspicious of what he attempting to do.

What punishment does Judson want to give the thief?

• He wants to harm the thief

• He wants to sympathize with the thief when he returns

• He wishes to eliminate the thief for good

• He wishes to welcome the thief into his home, as he is presenting liquor for the thief.