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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How would you describe the king's method of governing?
(a) Democratic.
(b) Arbitrary.
(c) Autocratic.
(d) Egalitarian.

2. When was "The Lady, or the Tiger?" first published?
(a) 1915.
(b) 1901.
(c) 1882.
(d) 1876.

3. What does the word "untrammelled" from the story mean?
(a) Unrestrained.
(b) Wary.
(c) Popular.
(d) Intelligent.

4. What style does "The Lady, or the Tiger?" mimic?
(a) That of a fairy tale.
(b) That of a Biblical tale.
(c) That of a Greek mythological tale.
(d) That of a horror story.

5. How is the king's demeanor described when "every member of his domestic and political systems moved smoothly in its appointed course"?
(a) "Quiet and sullen."
(b) "Angry and disposed."
(c) "Reactionary."
(d) "Bland and genial."

Short Answer Questions

1. What word from the beginning of the novel means uninhibitedly enthusiastic?

2. Where was Frank R. Stockton from?

3. How did author Frank R. Stockton support himself before his work as an author?

4. With what genre is "The Lady, or the Tiger?" associated?

5. What word from the short story means uncivilized or primitive?

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