Reading Comprehension and Plot Structure Quiz

What are the five stages of plot structure mentioned in the text?

• Introduction, conflict, climax, resolution, summary

• Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution

• Beginning, middle, end, twist, conclusion

• Setting, problem, action, solution, ending

Why did Mr. Summers suggest making a new black box?

• The old box was lost

• The old box was shabby and splintered

• The old box was too small

• The old box was too heavy

What object was used to hold the slips of paper for the lottery?

• A metal bucket

• A black wooden box

• A glass jar

• A brown paper bag

According to the passage, why did the lottery in some towns have to start on June 26th?

• The weather was better on June 26th

• There were so many people that the lottery took two days

• The children were not available on June 27th

• The flowers only bloomed on June 26th

What did Mr. Summers use instead of chips of wood for the lottery?

• Marbles

• Slips of paper

• Coins

• Pebbles

Why did the villagers not want to make a new black box, even though Mr. Summers suggested it?

• They didn't have enough money

• They didn't want to upset tradition

• They couldn't find the materials

• They forgot about it

What does the word "perfunctory" most likely mean as used in the passage?

• Done with great excitement and care

• Done as a routine, with little interest or care

• Done with anger and frustration

• Done in complete silence

Which of the following best describes the mood of the villagers as they prepare for the lottery?

• Excited and joyful

• Nervous and anxious

• Calm and routine

• Angry and upset

What emotion do Mr. Adams and Mr. Steve show when they greet each other during the lottery?

• Nervousness and humorlessness

• Excitement and joy

• Anger and frustration

• Indifference and boredom

What did Old Man Warner say about the idea of giving up the lottery?

• He thought it was a good idea.

• He called people who wanted to quit "crazy fools."

• He wanted to quit the lottery himself.

• He said it would make people happier.