The Lottery Ticket | Reading Quiz Jan 18

Which of these statements about Ivan Dmitritch is true at the start of the story?

• He encourages his wife to play the lottery more frequently.

• He doesn't play the lottery because it is against his religion.

• He thinks that playing the lottery is a waste of time and money.

• He plays the lottery quite often and it angers his wife.

Which best describes Ivan and Masha Dmitritch's financial position at the start of the text?

• They have everything that they need.

• They are struggling to survive.

• They are very wealthy.

• They cannot afford to eat.

Which is not part of Ivan's fantasy? (use text to support your answer)

Which figurative language technique is used in the following sentence? 'The bare trees weep, the wind is damp and cold.'

• Hyperbole

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

Which best expresses how the lottery ticket affects Ivan's opinion of his wife?

• He does not care about money; he just wants to finish reading the paper.

• He appreciates her more than ever because her money can solve their problems.

• He becomes resentful of her and finds her unattractive.

• He suddenly acts very nice to his wife because he thinks that she will have money.

Which of these statements about Ivan Dmitritch is false?

• He thinks that he is more attractive than his wife.

• He thinks his wife will spend the money too quickly.

• He wants to go on a vacation alone.

• He dislikes his wife's family.

From which perspective is this story narrated?

• First-Person

• Third-Person Objective

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

Which statement best expresses a theme in this text?

• If you don't play, you can't win.

• Money doesn't buy happiness.

• You need money to make money.

• Always ask for more than you need.

Which of these statements about Masha Dmitritch is false?

• She knows her husband very well.

• She is in a worse position for having played the lottery.

• She thinks bad things about her husband.

• She would enjoy sharing her winnings with her husband.

Which conclusion is best supported by the text?

• Nothing brings a couple closer together like planning a vacation.

• It's fun and harmless to dream about winning a lot of money.

• Money gives people the potential to do great and noble things.

• Just the thought of money can bring out the worst in people.