Miss Brill's Observations and Experiences

Miss Brill's Observations and Experiences

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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Miss Brill, an elderly woman, spends her Sundays in the park observing people and enjoying the music. She imagines herself as part of a play, with everyone having a role. However, her illusion is shattered when she overhears a young couple mocking her, leading to a painful realization of her loneliness. She returns home, deeply affected by the experience.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Miss Brill decide to wear on this fine day?

A pair of gloves

A silk scarf

Her fur

A new hat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Miss Brill feel about her fur?

She is indifferent to it

She thinks it's outdated

She feels a connection to it

She wants to replace it

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is different about the band today?

They are playing in a different location

They are playing a new song

The conductor is wearing a new coat

They have more musicians

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Miss Brill enjoy doing while sitting on the bench?

Listening to music

Reading a book

Feeding the birds

Observing people

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Miss Brill compare the park to?

A theater stage

A painting

A concert hall

A garden

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Miss Brill view her role in the park?

As an audience member

As a performer

As a director

As a critic

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Miss Brill overhear the young couple say about her?

They admire her fur

They think she is amusing

They find her presence annoying

They want to talk to her

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Miss Brill usually buy on her way home?

A newspaper

A cup of tea

A bouquet of flowers

A slice of honey cake