The Little Stranger Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why do Mrs. Ayers and Caroline decide to commit Roderick after the fire? (from Chapters 7 - 8)

Mrs. Ayers and Caroline believe that Roderick intended to kill them with the fire.

Mrs. Ayers does not think they can care for Roderick in their current physical condition.

Roderick begged them to send him somewhere so that he would be safe.

Roderick told them that he would try to burn the house down again.

2.

Why did Faraday take a plaster acorn from a molding inside Hundreds Hall? (from Chapters 1 - 2)

Another boy dares Faraday to take a piece of the molding.

Faraday is frustrated and wants to destroy the perfection of the house.

Faraday believes he appreciates the house enough that he should be able to have a part of it.

Faraday does not take a plaster acorn from the molding.

3.

Why does it appear the fire in Roderick's room was intentionally set? (from Chapters 7 - 8)

The fire started around the fireplace.

A burning rag had been thrown in through the window.

There were multiple small fires.

No signs of incendiaries was found.

4.

Why does Caroline have Betty close all the shades and shutters in the house after Mrs. Ayers dies? (from Chapter 13)

Caroline does not want people looking inside.

Darkening a house is a symbol of grief and respect.

Caroline's eyes are light sensitive from crying.

Caroline has Betty close the shades and shutters so the house can be prepared for sale.

5.

Why does Caroline tell Faraday she does not want to get another dog? (from Chapters 7 - 8)

Caroline does not want to think about replacing Gyp.

Caroline worries another dog would not have the same personality as Gyp.

Caroline is afraid of there being another incident like the one with Gillian.

Caroline does not think the dog would be safe in the house.

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