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Short Story Manhood

Quiz by Santiago Ceballos

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  • Q1
    In the short story 'Manhood', by John Wain, what is the main character's name?

    He needs a prescription refill

    He has a headache

    He thinks he has appendicitis

    He wants a check-up

    30s
  • Q2

    What surprise does Mr. Willison mention to Rob during their bike ride?

    A trip to the beach

    A new video game

    A puppy

    A special gift in the garage

    30s
  • Q3

    How does Mr. Willison try to motivate Rob to participate in boxing?

    By ignoring the topic

    By reminding him of his training and team selection

    By offering him money$$

    By threatening him :0

    30s
  • Q4

    What does Mrs. Willison suggest Rob do regarding boxing?

    Continue boxing without any changes

    Quit boxing immediately

    Join a different sports team

    Talk to the sports master about quitting

    30s
  • Q5

    Why did Rob pretend to be part of a boxing club? 

    To impress his friends 

    To pursue a career in boxing 

    To win a school competition

    To seek parental approval

    30s
  • Q6

    How does Rob's mother feel about him participating in boxing?

    Worried

    Supportive

    Indifferent

     Enthusiastic

    30s
  • Q7

    Why does Rob mention appendicitis to his father?

    To avoid going to school and sleep all the day :)

    To avoid participating in the boxing tournament

    To play a prank

    To get attention

    30s
  • Q8

    What were the insecurities that Mr. Willison expressed in the story?

    Worries about his cooking skills

    Concerns about his physical features

    Fear of heights

    Anxiety about public speaking 

    30s
  • Q9
    Why do Mrs. and Mr. Willison have a discussion after the bike ride?

    To argue about family finances

    To plan a vacation

    To discuss household chores

    To address Rob's physical condition

    30s
  • Q10

    Which club rejected Rob?

    Chess Club

    Tennis Club

    Rugby Club

    Football Club

    30s

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