The Invisible Man

Which phrase from the passage best helps the reader understand “ready acquiescence”? (lines 9 and 10).

• "flung his portmanteau down"

• He stamped and shook the snow.

• "to strike his bargain" (lines 9 and 10)

• "And with that much introduction" line 11

Lines 61 through 65 suggest that Mrs. Hall____

• determined that the conduct of the stranger is reasonable

• concluded that the stranger's actions could be dangerous

• assumed that the stranger's appearance is due to a mishap

• decided

  that the stranger should recover at her inn

The description in lines 6 through 11 serves to introduce the stranger as_____

• frightened and desperate

• angry and preoccupied

• fatigued ad impatient

• injured and distracted

Lines 29 through 34 reinforce the idea that_____

• Mrs. Hall appreciates the stranger’s companionship

• Mrs. Hall is discouraged by the stranger’s lack of courtesy

• the stranger is insulted by Mrs. Hall’s attention to him

• the stranger believes Mrs. Hall’s service needs improvement

Lines 44 through 53 suggest that the image of the stranger ____

• exposes his intentions

• reveals his identity

• confuses Mrs. Hall

• shocks Mrs. Hall

Lines 66 through 69 impact the passage by_____

• changing the dynamic between the characters

• confirming a friendship between the characters

• establishing a rivalry between the characters

• resolving the conflict between the characters

Mrs. Hall’s objective in lines 75 through 78 is to _____

• elicit sympathy from the stranger

• persuade the stranger to reveal his story

• warn the stranger to be careful

• frighten the stranger into leaving

Which statement best presents a theme of the passage?

• Some people prefer their privacy.

• Some people enjoy sharing their feelings.

• People usually understand each other.

• People often take advantage of each other.

How does Griffin feel about his invisibility as the story progresses?

• He is excited and revels in it.

What does Kemp do to try and stop Griffin's rampage?

• He tries to reason with him.

• He informs the police about Griffin.

• He challenges Griffin to a duel.

• He seeks out a scientist to help.