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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lamb to the Slaughter.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What beverage is sitting out as Mary waits in the opening of “Lamb to the Slaughter”?
(a) Whiskey and soda water
(b) Coffee and milk
(c) Orange juice and rum
(d) Tea and lemon juice

2. What kind of store does Mary go to after killing Patrick?
(a) A taxidermy store
(b) A bookstore
(c) A grocery store
(d) A candy store

3. What is the first sound that Mary hears of her husband’s arrival in “Lamb to the Slaughter”?
(a) A creaking gate
(b) Tires on the gravel
(c) Singing
(d) Coughing

4. Mary tells the police detectives that the meat for Patrick’s dinner is where when they question her?
(a) In the refrigerator
(b) In the freezer
(c) Cooking in the oven
(d) Thawing in the sink

5. What word from the story refers to keen mental suffering or distress over affliction or loss?
(a) Wonder
(b) Frantic
(c) Astonishment
(d) Grief

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the protagonist of “Lamb to the Slaughter”?

2. “Lamb to the Slaughter” is included in what short story compilation?

3. What word from the story means a punishment imposed or incurred for a violation of law?

4. Mary is described as loving the way that Patrick remains silent about his what, in the beginning of the short story?

5. What is Mary doing as she enters her home from the store?

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