Short Story Quiz Review

What is the setting of The Cemetery Path?

• A tavern in Russia in the winter

• a cemetery

• It takes place in the summer in Ivan's house

• A city in Russia

How does the setting of the cemetery contribute to the story's mood?

• It creates a sense of peace and tranquility

• It adds an element of mystery and suspense

• It highlights the beauty of nature

• It emphasizes the theme of love

Why did the tavern customers call Ivan “pigeon”?

• Because he was a frequent visitor.

• Because he was timid and easily frightened.

• Because he had a habit of cooing like a pigeon.

• Because he wore clothes with pigeon patterns.

What internal conflict does Ivan have?

• Ivan struggles with his fear of crossing the cemetery.

• Ivan is torn between his family obligations and personal ambitions.

• Ivan is conflicted about his moral values.

• Ivan is being mocked by the towns people.

What is the climax in The Cemetery Path?

• The lieutenant challenges Ivan to cross the cemetery at night.

• Ivan decides to accept the lieutenant's challenge to cross the cemetery at night.

• Ivan is unable to move when he pushes the saber into the ground at the largest tombstone.

• The townspeople find Ivan dead in the morning in the middle of the cemetery.

After Ivan “drove the saber into the hard ground,”....”something held him with an unyielding and implacable hold.” What was holding him?’

• He drove his saber through the "dragging fold of his long coat".

• His fear paralyzed Ivan and he froze instantly.

• A spirit grabbed Ivan's coat and wouldn't let him go.

• The lieutenant was mocking him and grabbed him from behind.

How does Ivan die?

• He laughs himself to death.

• He dies of a heart attack.

• He is killed by a ghost in the cemetery.

• He freezes to death in the middle of the cemetery.

What type of ending does The Cemetery Path have?

• Foreshadowing because there were hints that it was going to end with Ivan's death.

• Ironic because the townspeople knew they were sending him out to die in the cemetery.

• Ironic because crossing the cemetery at night was not dangerous.

• Resolution because it ended with Ivan's death.

What news does Richards bring about Brently Mallard?

• Brently Mallard has won a lottery.

• Brently Mallard has been promoted at work.

• Brently Mallard has died in a train accident.

• Brently Mallard is moving to a new city.

Why does Richards take “great care” in sharing the news?

• To ensure the news is delivered gently

• To avoid causing a scandal

• To make sure everyone hears it at once

• To keep it a secret