Jumping Frog

Which of the following best describes the character of Jim Smiley, as described by Simon Wheeler?

• He is a gambling man who is willing to bet on nearly anything.

• He is an easily excitable man who is over-competitive.

• He is a strange man who fails to care for his animals.

• He is a foolish man who cannot make much money.

Why does Smiley act indifferently when the stranger asks him about Dan 'l Webster?

• He wants the stranger to bet on how well he can jump.

• Smiley is worried about him.

What is the main theme of the story 'Jumping Frog'?

• Competition and trickery

• Love and betrayal

• Friendship and loyalty

• Courage and fear

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Jumping Frog'?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration

What role does the frog play in the story 'Jumping Frog'?

• A symbol of freedom

• A tool for gambling

• A pet for companionship

• A metaphor for life

How does the author create humor in 'Jumping Frog'?

• Through slapstick comedy

• Through witty dialogue

• Through exaggerated characters

• Through puns

What is the setting of 'Jumping Frog'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A rural countryside

• A desert town

Which character trait best describes the protagonist in 'Jumping Frog'?

• Cunning

• Naive

• Generous

• Timid

What is the climax of the story 'Jumping Frog'?

• The frog wins the race

• The frog is stolen

• The frog loses the race

• The frog is set free

What lesson does the story 'Jumping Frog' teach?

• Honesty is the best policy

• Never trust strangers

• Pride comes before a fall

• Hard work pays off