Quiz of the short story "The Story of an Hour"

What is the main character's name in "The Story of an Hour"?

• Mrs. Mallard

• Mr. Mallard

• Louise

• Josephine

What news does Josephine bring to Mrs. Mallard at the beginning of the story?

• Mr. Mallard is coming home early.

• Mr. Mallard has been in an accident.

• Mr. Mallard is dead.

• Mr. Mallard has a new job.

How does Mrs. Mallard react to the news of her husband's death after she takes some time to think about it?

• She is sad and devastated.

• She is angry and frustrated.

• She is indifferent and emotionless.

• She feels a sense of freedom and relief.

Where does Mrs. Mallard go to be alone after hearing the news?

• Her bedroom.

• The kitchen.

• The garden.

• Her neighbor's house.

What does Mrs. Mallard realize about her feelings after some time alone?

• She is overwhelmed with grief.

• She is filled with anger.

• She is deeply in love with her husband.

• She is excited about her newfound freedom.

What is the primary conflict in the story?

• Mrs. Mallard's internal struggle with her own feelings.

• Mrs. Mallard's conflict with her sister Josephine.

• The conflict between Mrs. Mallard and her husband.

• The conflict between Mrs. Mallard and the neighbor.

How does Mrs. Mallard die at the end of the story?

• She dies of old age.

• She dies of a heart condition.

• She takes her own life.

• She dies in a car accident.

What symbolic element is mentioned in the story that represents Mrs. Mallard's newfound sense of freedom?

• An open window.

• A locked door.

• A caged bird.

• A closed book.

Why does Mrs. mallard close herself in her room after hearing the news?

• To pray for her husband's soul.

• To avoid talking to her sister.

• To mourn in solitude.

• To celebrate her newfound freedom.

How long does the story suggest Mrs. Mallard's sense of freedom lasts?

• A few minutes.

• Several hours.

• A few days.

• Several weeks.