The Mixer Short Story

How does Vinny change by the end of the story?

• He becomes brave enough to jump.

• He figures out that it is best to go along with his friends.

• He learns that it is OK to say no to his friends.

• He becomes ashamed that he did not jump.

Why do you think the author wrote "Stopstopstop! " with the words running together?

• The author forgot to put a space between the words.

• The author wants the reader to feel a sense of urgency and understand VInny's feelings.

• All the characters were yelling stop at the same time.

What is the major conflict in this story?

• Vinny is struggling with himself - internal conflict.

• Vinny and Starlene have an argument - character vs. character

• The friends struggle to get to safety when the ravine floods - character vs. nature.

• Vinny's mother and father argued over whether he should go - character vs. character.

What is the main theme of 'The Mixer' short story?

• Friendship and loyalty

• Betrayal and revenge

• Freedom and confinement

• Identity and self-discovery

Who is the protagonist in 'The Mixer'?

• The dog

• The owner

• The thief

• The neighbor

What is the dog's main conflict in 'The Mixer'?

• Choosing between loyalty to his owner and his own instincts

• Deciding whether to run away or stay

• Finding food and shelter

• Understanding human language

How does the author use humor in 'The Mixer'?

• Through the dog's perspective and thoughts

• By making fun of the owner's habits

• By exaggerating the thief's clumsiness

• Through the neighbor's gossip

What literary device is predominantly used in 'The Mixer'?

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

What is the setting of 'The Mixer'?

• A small village

• A bustling city

• A quiet countryside

• A seaside town

How does the dog's perspective influence the story in 'The Mixer'?

• It adds humor and insight into human behavior

• It makes the story more serious

• It confuses the reader

• It detracts from the main plot