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This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 149 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The Shining Test | Mid-Book Test - Medium

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 149 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Jack's father treat him when he was drunk?
(a) Hugged him
(b) Beat him
(c) Screamed at him
(d) Ignored him

2. What does Jack see in the bathroom of Room 217 the second time he looks?
(a) A bathtub of blood
(b) Hallorann's body
(c) Nothing again
(d) A woman's shape in the tub

3. As Danny runs to the door, what does he remember Hallorann told him?
(a) Think about something else
(b) Everything in the hotel is real
(c) Nothing in the hotel can harm him
(d) Close his eyes and everything will go away

4. What is the outcome of Jack's attack on George Hatfield?
(a) George buys 4 new tires for the VW
(b) Jack is fired, George is expelled from school
(c) George offers the use of his car for the move to the Overlook
(d) Jack remains on the faculty 2 more years, George switches teachers

5. What is the last town before Overlook?
(a) Stovington
(b) Sidewinder Pass
(c) Ullman Township
(d) Rexall

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens as Danny tests his shining on Hallorann?

2. What does Wendy do when she gets to Danny?

3. When Danny shines what is the name of the imaginary person?

4. What gruesome literary work comes to mind as Danny stands at room 217?

5. What is the purpose of the thermostats at Overlook?

Short Essay Questions

1. What incident occurs that causes Jack to dislike the Overlook Hotel?

2. Why does Jack call Mr. Ullman?

3. What does Danny see on the wallpaper as Ullman gives the Torrance's a tour of the Overlook?

4. When Danny comes out of his comatose state, he screams for his Daddy. What does he say and what assumption does Jack make?

5. Why does Jack compare his life to "The Great Wasp Nest of Life"?

6. What happens to terrify Danny as he contemplates opening the door to Room 217?

7. What are the contents of the scrapbook Jack discovers in the basement of the Overlook?

8. Describe the Overlook's cook, Halloran.

9. Why does Danny grab the guardrail and become faint when the family is looking at the Overlook Hotel for the first time?

10. What memory does Jack have that causes him feel worthless and shameful, making him want to drink?

(see the answer keys)

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