"Button, Button" Review for Quiz

The first character we meet in the story is __________________________.

• Mr. Steward

• Norma Lewis

• Arthur Lewis

• Mrs. Steward

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In paragraphs 129-145, what does the dialogue reveal about Norma’s motivations for pushing the button?

• She believes she deserves a better life.

• She wants to become a more adventurous person.

• She wants to be part of a psychological experiment.

• She is tired of arguing with Arthur.

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What is Arthur's initial reaction to the button?

• He is skeptical and wants to get rid of it

• He wants to push it immediately

• He is curious and wants to learn more

• He is afraid and hides it

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The author of "Button, Button" is ______.

• Stephen King

• Richard Matheson

• J.K. Rowling

• Ray Bradbury

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What is the meaning of “restrained” as it is used in paragraph 74?

• Calmed

• Stopped

• Encouraged

• Slowed

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Mr. Steward returns the button unit to the Lewis home after his phone conversation with Norma. How does this action affect the Lewises?

• It makes Norma and Arthur suspect that Mr. Steward is a criminal.

• It makes Arthur think about the advantages of the button unit.

• It encourages Norma and Arthur to think of ways to improve their life.

• It encourages Norma to consider using the button unit.

In paragraphs 129-145, what does the dialogue reveal about Norma's motivations for pushing the button?

• She wants to become a more adventurous person.

• She believes she deserves a better life and doesn't want to be seen as selfish.

• She is tired of arguing with Arthur.

• She wants to be part of a psychological experiment.

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Which sentence uses the word ECCENTRIC correctly in a sentence?

• The day was so normal and eccentric.

• I did the eccentric at the school dance.

• The new teacher has the most eccentric earrings; they are so interesting!

• I get so tired and bored when everyone around me is eccentric.

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What does "Impulsive" mean?

• Acting without thinking

• Real or actual

• An offer or a plan

• Disrespectful or disgusted

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What does "Authentic" mean?

• Acting without thinking

• Real or actual

• An offer or a plan

• Disrespectful or disgusted

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