Short Story Comprehension Quiz

In "Poison," who is the main character that believes he has been bitten by a snake?

• Dr. Ganderbai

• Harry Pope

• Timber Woods

• Dr. Saunders

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In "Marigolds," what is the name of the protagonist?

• Lizabeth

• Miss Lottie

• Joey

• John Burke

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What is the setting of the story "Poison"?

• A hospital

• A jungle

• A bungalow in India

• A school

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In "Marigolds," what does Lizabeth destroy in a fit of rage?

• A window

• A car

• Marigold flowers

• A fence

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What is the main theme of "Poison"?

• Friendship

• Fear and prejudice

• Adventure

• Love

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In "Marigolds," what does the marigold symbolize for Miss Lottie?

• Wealth

• Hope and beauty

• Anger

• Fear

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Who helps Harry Pope in "Poison"?

• Dr. Ganderbai

• Miss Lottie

• Lizabeth

• Joey

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In "Marigolds," what does Lizabeth's act of destroying the marigolds signify?

• Her transition from childhood to adulthood

• Her hatred for Miss Lottie

• Her love for gardening

• Her fear of the future

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What is the climax of the story "Poison"?

• When the snake is found

• When Dr. Ganderbai arrives

• When Harry Pope reveals there is no snake

• When Timber Woods leaves the house

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In "Marigolds," what lesson does Lizabeth learn by the end of the story?

• The importance of education

• The complexity of human emotions and compassion

• The value of hard work

• The significance of wealth

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