3/12/2025: Word Choice

What was the initial purpose of the tower built by the narrator?

• To keep life away from the bitter world

• To enjoy the sunshine and nature

• To house a collection of birds

• To serve as a summer retreat

What event caused the narrator to open the window?

• A frightened bird clung to the casement

• The narrator wanted fresh air

• The narrator heard a song

• The narrator saw a beautiful view

What was the immediate effect of opening the window?

• A gush of sunshine and a summer scent of rose entered

• The bird flew away immediately

• The narrator closed the window again

• Rain started pouring in

How did the narrator feel about the tower before opening the window?

• Grim and isolated

• Joyful and content

• Excited and hopeful

• Curious and adventurous

What did the narrator realize after opening the window?

• The outside world was full of beauty and warmth

• The tower was the perfect place to live

• The bird was a sign of bad luck

• The window should always remain closed

What does the bird symbolize in the passage?

• A catalyst for change

• A symbol of fear

• A sign of danger

• A representation of loneliness

What change occurred in the narrator's environment after the window was opened?

• The environment became filled with warmth and beauty

• The tower became colder and darker

• The bird built a nest inside

• The narrator decided to move out