Sorry, Wrong Number Quiz - Samuel Fischer | Biblioteka

Comprehension

Read each of the following questions. Then choose the letter of the best answer.

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Which statement best describes the main conflict in the play?

Mrs. Stevenson is trying to call her husband’s office, but the line is busy.

Mrs. Stevenson has overheard a murder plot, but she can’t get anyone to do anything about it.

Mrs. Stevenson is expecting her husband to come home, but he has gone away on a business trip.

Mrs. Stevenson wants to hire a nurse, but the hospital won’t send one without a doctor’s order

1

Which element shows that this is a drama?

problem or conflict

setting

stage directions

major characters

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In lines 28–29, Mrs. Stevenson is described as “a querulous, self-centered neurotic.” What effect does her character have on the plot?

It makes others less likely to take her seriously.

It is the reason behind the plan to murder her.

It is the reason why her husband is working late.

It makes others try especially hard to help her.

1

What evidence supports the inference that the “client” is Mrs. Stevenson’s husband?

He knew that the coast would be clear that night

He wants to be sure that the lights are out.

He said that a knife would be okay.

He wants to make the murder look like a robbery.

1

Why does the author include the scene between Sergeant Duffy and the Lunch Counter Attendant?

to increase the tension..

to add humor.

to advance the plot

to develop character.

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When the stage directions say that Duffy “double-takes” (line 334), it means that he is

angry

suprised

afraid

unconcerned

1

What effect does the dialogue between Mrs. Stevenson and the 3rd Operator have (lines 582–632)?

It soothes Mrs. Stevenson’s feelings.

It increases Mrs. Stevenson’s frustration.

It helps resolve the main conflict.

It creates a new conflict in the plot.

1

How does Mrs. Stevenson react after hearing her husband’s telegram?

She remains calm

She screams at Western Union.

She bursts into tears.

She calls the police.

1

Which line first suggests that Mrs. Stevenson might be the intended victim?”

“It was a perfectly definite murder. I heard their plans distinctly.”

“Well, it’s unnerved me dreadfully—and I’m not well.”

“That’s near a bridge. . . And we have a private patrolman on our street.”

“Second Avenue is a very long street, ma’am. “

1

What is the effect of George’s line, “Sorry, wrong number” at the end of the play?

Duffy thinks that nothing important has happened.

The reason for the murder is revealed.

Duffy decides to investigate what has happened.

The Operator decides to trace the call.