Solve Chapter 3, Deep Water MCQs. Explore William Douglas’s memoir with concise multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that cover his journey of learning to swim and overcoming fear in the YMCA pool.
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Chapter 3- Deep Water MCQs
In the chapter “Deep Water”, from the book “Of Men and Mountains“, William Douglas shares his journey of overcoming fear and learning to swim at the YMCA pool. His narrative reflects on the challenges, triumphs, and transformative moments that shaped his relationship with water and fear.
Set I
Total MCQs -30
1. Where did William Douglas learn to swim?
a) Yakima River.
b) California Beach.
c) YMCA pool in Yakima.
d) Tiled bathtub.
2. What caused Douglas’s initial aversion to water?
a) Fear of drowning in the YMCA pool.
b) Traumatic experience at the California beach.
c) Seeing other boys swim with water wings.
d) Father’s laughter in the surf.
3. How did Douglas feel about going into the YMCA pool alone?
a) Excited.
b) Confident
c) Timid
d) Reluctant
4. Who tossed Douglas into the deep end of the pool?
a) His father.
b) Another young boy.
c) The lifeguard.
d) A big bruiser of a boy.
5. What did Douglas plan to do when he hit the bottom of the pool?
a) Swallow water.
b) Sit quietly.
c) Make a big jump.
d) Yell for help.
6. What was the depth of the YMCA pool at the shallow end?
a) Nine feet.
b) Three feet.
c) Two feet.
d) It wasn’t specified.
7. How did Douglas feel about walking naked into the YMCA pool?
a) Confident
b) Proud
c) Embarrassed
d) Relieved
8. What did Douglas use to try to grab hold of in the pool?
a) A rope.
b) A ladder.
c) Water wings.
d) The pool edge.
9. What colour did Douglas notice the water had in the pool?
a) Blue
b) Yellow
c) Green
d) Clear
10. Who continuously warned Douglas about the dangers of the Yakima River?
a) His father.
b) His mother.
c) His friend.
d) His swimming instructor.
11. What happened when Douglas reached the water’s surface after being tossed in?
a) He laughed.
b) He choked and swallowed water.
c) He calmly swam to the edge.
d) He screamed for help.
12. How did Douglas feel about showing his skinny legs when entering the pool?
a) Embarrassed
b) Proud
c) Confident
d) Indifferent
13. What did Douglas use to learn swimming in the pool?
a) Water wings
b) Floaties
c) Swimming noodles
d) Inner tubes
14. What did Douglas notice about the tiled bottom of the pool?
a) It was dirty.
b) It was slippery.
c) It was colourful.
d) It was clean.
15. What was Douglas’s reaction to being tossed into the deep end?
a) He laughed.
b) He was frightened.
c) He felt proud.
d) He felt relieved.
16. How did Douglas feel about the waves at the California beach?
a) He enjoyed them.
b) He was terrified.
c) He ignored them.
d) He laughed at them.
17. Who did Douglas try to imitate while swimming with water wings?
a) His father.
b) The lifeguard.
c) Other boys.
d) Nobody.
18. What did Douglas do when he reached the bottom of the pool?
a) Swam to the edge.
b) Made a big jump.
c) Screamed for help.
d) Flailed at the water.
19. How did Douglas feel about his skinny legs?
a) Proud
b) Indifferent
c) Embarrassed
d) Confident
20. How deep was the pool at the deep end?
a) Two feet.
b) Three feet.
c) Nine feet.
d) It wasn’t specified.
21. How did Douglas feel about being in the water initially?
a) Confident
b) Excited
c) Indifferent
d) Averse
22. Who warned Douglas about the dangers of the Yakima River?
a) His father.
b) His mother.
c) His swimming instructor.
d) His friend.
23. What did Douglas use to gain confidence in the water?
a) Water wings
b) Floaties
c) Swimming goggles
d) Life jackets
24. What was the condition of the YMCA pool when Douglas arrived?
a) Crowded
b) Dirty
c) Noisy
d) Empty
25. Who tossed Douglas into the deep end of the pool?
a) A lifeguard.
b) A big boy.
c) His father.
d) Nobody, he fell in accidentally.
26. How did Douglas feel about his skinny legs?
a) Embarrassed
b) Proud
c) Indifferent
d) Confident
27. What colour did Douglas notice the water had in the pool?
a) Blue
b) Yellow
c) Green
d) Clear
28. What did Douglas use to try to grab hold of in the pool?
a) A rope.
b) A ladder.
c) Water wings.
d) The pool edge.
29. What did Douglas plan to do when he hit the bottom of the pool?
a) Swallow water.
b) Sit quietly.
c) Make a big jump.
d) Yell for help.
30. Who continuously warned Douglas about the dangers of the Yakima River?
a) His father.
b) His mother.
c) His friend.
d) His swimming instructor.
Answers- Set I:
- c) YMCA pool in Yakima.
- b) Traumatic experience at the California beach.
- a) Excited.
- d) A big bruiser of a boy.
- c) Make a big jump.
- d) It needed to be specified.
- c) Embarrassed.
- d) The pool edge.
- d) Clear.
- a) His father.
- b) He choked and swallowed water.
- a) Embarrassed.
- a) Water wings.
- d) It was clean.
- b) He was frightened.
- b) He was terrified.
- c) Other boys.
- d) Flailed at the water.
- c) Embarrassed.
- c) Nine feet.
- d) Averse.
- a) His father.
- a) Water wings.
- d) Empty.
- b) A big boy.
- a) Embarrassed.
- d) Clear.
- d) The pool edge.
- c) Make a big jump.
- a) His father.
Set II
Total MCQs- 30
1. What happened when Douglas reached the water’s surface after being tossed in?
a) He laughed.
b) He choked and swallowed water.
c) He calmly swam to the edge.
d) He screamed for help.
2. How did Douglas feel about showing his skinny legs when entering the pool?
a) Embarrassed
b) Proud
c) Confident
d) Indifferent
3. What did Douglas use to learn swimming in the pool?
a) Water wings
b) Floaties
c) Swimming noodles
d) Inner tubes
4. What did Douglas notice about the tiled bottom of the pool?
a) It was dirty.
b) It was slippery.
c) It was colourful.
d) It was clean.
5. What was Douglas’s reaction to being tossed into the deep end?
a) He laughed.
b) He was frightened.
c) He felt proud.
d) He felt relieved.
6. What physical characteristics did the big boy who tossed Douglas into the deep end possess?
a) Thick hair on his chest.
b) A scar on his forehead.
c) Long arms and legs.
d) A tattoo on his arm.
7. What was the condition of the bottom of the YMCA pool?
a) Dirty
b) Slippery
c) Colorful
d) White and clean
8. How did Douglas feel about walking naked into the YMCA pool?
a) Proud
b) Embarrassed
c) Excited
d) Indifferent
9. What did Douglas use to try to grab hold of in the pool?
a) A ladder
b) Water wings
c) The pool edge
d) A rope
10. How did Douglas feel about his initial aversion to water?
a) Proud
b) Confident
c) Embarrassed
d) Indifferent
11. What plan did Douglas have when he hit the bottom of the pool?
a) Sit quietly.
b) Swallow water.
c) Make a big jump.
d) Yell for help.
12. What was the depth of the YMCA pool at the deep end?
a) Two feet
b) Three feet
c) Nine feet
d) It wasn’t specified
13. What is the connotation of the phrase “to paddle to the edge of the pool”?
a) To swim effortlessly.
b) To struggle and fight against fear.
c) To seek safety and refuge.
d) To enjoy the water.
14. In the expression “to thrash with my legs,” what does “thrash” imply?
a) To move smoothly and gracefully.
b) To struggle violently and uncontrollably.
c) To rest and relax.
d) To surrender to fear.
15. What does the phrase “to be terror-stricken” mean?
a) To be fearless.
b) To be overwhelmed by fear.
c) To be indifferent to fear.
d) To be curious about fear.
16. What happened when Douglas reached the water’s surface after being tossed in?
a) He laughed.
b) He choked and swallowed water.
c) He calmly swam to the edge.
d) He screamed for help.
17. How did Douglas feel about showing his skinny legs when entering the pool?
a) Embarrassed
b) Proud
c) Confident
d) Indifferent
18. In the phrase “to jump with everything I had,” what does “jump” signify?
a) To leap physically.
b) To take action decisively.
c) To surrender to fear.
d) To hesitate in fear.
19. What is the connotation of the phrase “to lie on the water”?
a) To float peacefully.
b) To sink slowly.
c) To struggle desperately.
d) To resist fear.
20. What does the expression “to come out of the water” imply?
a) To emerge from underwater.
b) To dive deeper into the water.
c) To remain submerged.
d) To confront fear.
21. In the phrase “to go to sleep,” what does “sleep” suggest?
a) A state of unconsciousness.
b) A sense of comfort and security.
c) A feeling of alertness and awareness.
d) A state of fear and anxiety.
22. What is the meaning of “to relax”?
a) To tense up and become rigid.
b) To let go of tension and anxiety.
c) To struggle with fear.
d) To embrace fear.
23. In the expression “to cross to oblivion,” what does “oblivion” signify?
a) Forgetfulness or unawareness.
b) Consciousness and awareness.
c) Comfort and security.
d) Fear and anxiety.
24. What sensation did Douglas experience as he descended into the water?
a) Relief
b) Panic
c) Excitement
d) Joy
25. What paralysed Douglas underwater?
a) Fear
b) Darkness
c) Coldness
d) Silence
26. What thought helped Douglas regain some composure underwater?
a) Remembering to jump.
b) Holding onto the pool’s edge.
c) Screaming for help.
d) Seeking ropes and ladders.
27. What did Douglas see as he emerged from the water?
a) Darkness
b) Light
c) Shadows
d) Colour
28. What did Douglas feel during his third descent into the water?
a) Comfort
b) Fear
c) Numbness
d) Happiness
29. What did Douglas experience as he reached the surface for the third time?
a) Relief
b) Fear
c) Excitement
d) Anger
30. What did Douglas feel as he descended into the water again?
a) Peace
b) Panic
c) Nostalgia
d) Satisfaction
Answers- Set II:
- d) He found peace.
- a) Weakness
- b) He was just joking.
- d) He was weak and trembling.
- a) Fearful
- b) He experienced terror.
- d) All of the above
- c) By practising swimming.
- a) Practised swimming with an instructor.
- c) Swimming
- a) Joy
- a) Lake Wentworth
- b) It was where he faced his fear of water.
- c) Bottomless water
- b) He laughed it off.
- b) “I defy you.”
- b) Relief
- a) A new beginning.
- b) It could be controlled.
- d) Triumph
- a) Climb mountains.
- b) It is temporary.
- c) He helped Douglas practice swimming.
- a) Confident
- a) Falling asleep.
- b) He experienced panic attacks.
- c) He developed a fear of water.
- b) To overcome his residual doubts and fears.
- c) He laughed at it and dismissed it.
- b) A profound transformation.
Set III
Total MCQs- 30
1. What happened to Douglas as he relaxed underwater?
a) He became more frightened.
b) He lost consciousness.
c) He heard voices.
d) He found peace.
2. What physical sensation did Douglas experience after emerging from the water?
a) Weakness
b) Strength
c) Numbness
d) Pain
3. What did the person who tossed Douglas into the pool claim?
a) He was sorry.
b) He was just joking.
c) He didn’t see Douglas.
d) He didn’t mean to hurt Douglas.
4. What was Douglas’s initial reaction when he got home after the incident?
a) He cried.
b) He ate a lot.
c) He slept soundly.
d) He was weak and trembling.
5. How did Douglas feel about water after the incident?
a) Fearful
b) Excited
c) Curious
d) Indifferent
6. What was Douglas’s experience with water in the Cascades?
a) He felt relaxed.
b) He experienced terror.
c) He enjoyed swimming.
d) He felt indifferent.
7. What did Douglas’s fear of water prevent him from doing?
a) Fishing
b) Swimming
c) Boating
d) All of the above
8. How did Douglas attempt to overcome his fear of water?
a) By avoiding water.
b) By seeking therapy.
c) By practising swimming.
d) By ignoring the fear.
9. What did Douglas do in the pool to overcome his fear?
a) Practised swimming with an instructor.
b) He stayed away from water.
c) He ignored his fear.
d) He asked for help.
10. What physical activity did Douglas practice with his instructor?
a) Running
b) Cycling
c) Swimming
d) Climbing
11. What did Douglas feel when he swam alone in the pool?
a) Joy
b) Fear
c) Anger
d) Sadness
12. Where did Douglas go to test his fear of water after the pool incident?
a) Lake Wentworth
b) Conrad Meadows
c) Warm Lake
d) Tieton River
13. What was the significance of Lake Wentworth for Douglas?
a) It was where he learned to swim.
b) It was where he faced his fear of water.
c) It was where he met his instructor.
d) It was where he went fishing.
14. What did Douglas encounter when he put his face underwater in Lake Wentworth?
a) Waves
b) Rocks
c) Bottomless water
d) Sea creatures
15. How did Douglas react when encountering the old terror sensation in Lake Wentworth?
a) He cried for help.
b) He laughed it off.
c) He ignored it
d) He froze in fear.
16. What did Douglas say to his fear when it returned to Lake Wentworth?
a) “I surrender.”
b) “I defy you.”
c) “I am scared.”
d) “I am helpless.”
17. What did Douglas feel after conquering his fear in Lake Wentworth?
a) Sadness
b) Relief
c) Regret
d) Disappointment
18. What did the experience of conquering his fear of water represent for Douglas?
a) A new beginning.
b) A lifelong struggle.
c) A moment of weakness.
d) A journey to failure.
19. What did Douglas believe about the sensation of terror?
a) It was unavoidable.
b) It could be controlled.
c) It was permanent.
d) It was meaningless.
20. What did Douglas feel when he shouted joyfully after swimming across Warm Lake?
a) Relief
b) Fear
c) Sadness
d) Triumph
21. What did conquering his fear of water allow Douglas to do?
a) Climb mountains.
b) Dive into rivers.
c) Explore caves.
d) Walk along beaches.
22. What did Douglas learn about fear from his experience?
a) It is insurmountable.
b) It is temporary.
c) It is natural.
d) It is comforting.
23. What was the role of the instructor in Douglas’s journey to overcome his fear of water?
a) He provided emotional support.
b) He taught Douglas how to fish.
c) He helped Douglas practice swimming.
d) He discouraged Douglas from facing his fear.
24. How did Douglas feel when he swam alone in the pool after lessons with the instructor?
a) Confident
b) Anxious
c) Nostalgic
d) Reluctant
25. What did Douglas compare the sensation of drowning to?
a) Falling asleep.
b) Floating on air.
c) Being carried gently.
d) Running on water.
26. How did the experience of nearly drowning affect Douglas’s physical health?
a) He became stronger.
b) He experienced panic attacks.
c) He felt more energetic.
d) He lost his appetite.
27. Why did Douglas avoid returning to the pool after the near-drowning incident?
a) He needed to be more relaxed with other activities.
b) He was physically unable to swim.
c) He developed a fear of water.
d) He disliked the atmosphere at the pool.
28. What did Douglas hope to achieve by swimming across Lake Wentworth?
a) To prove his swimming abilities to others.
b) To overcome his residual doubts and fears.
c) To win a swimming competition.
d) To impress his friends with his courage.
29. How did Douglas feel about the fear that returned during his swim across Lake Wentworth?
a) He welcomed it as a challenge.
b) He ignored it and continued swimming.
c) He laughed at it and dismissed it.
d) He panicked and called for help.
30. What did the experience of conquering his fear of water symbolise for Douglas?
a) A new lease on life.
b) A profound transformation.
c) A failure to overcome challenges.
d) A temporary relief from fear.
Answers- Set III:
- d) He found peace.
- a) Weakness
- b) He was just joking.
- d) He was weak and trembling.
- a) Fearful
- b) He experienced terror.
- d) All of the above
- c) By practising swimming.
- a) Practised swimming with an instructor.
- c) Swimming
- a) Joy
- a) Lake Wentworth
- b) It was where he faced his fear of water.
- c) Bottomless water
- b) He laughed it off.
- b) “I defy you.”
- b) Relief
- a) A new beginning.
- b) It could be controlled.
- d) Triumph
- a) Climb mountains.
- b) It is temporary.
- c) He helped Douglas practice swimming.
- a) Confident
- a) Falling asleep.
- b) He experienced panic attacks.
- c) He developed a fear of water.
- b) To overcome his residual doubts and fears.
- c) He laughed at it and dismissed it.
- b) A profound transformation.
Set IV
Total MCQs-30
1. What did Douglas learn about fear from his journey?
a) It is inevitable and cannot be overcome.
b) It can be conquered through persistence and effort.
c) It is a constant source of anxiety and stress.
d) It is a natural response that cannot be controlled.
2. What did Douglas’s triumph over his fear of water allow him to do?
a) Pursue his passion for fishing and swimming.
b) Travel to new places and explore nature.
c) Overcome other fears and challenges in life.
d) Inspire others to face their fears and obstacles.
3. What was Douglas’s initial reaction when thrown into the pool’s deep end?
a) He remained calm and composed.
b) He tried to swim to the surface immediately.
c) He planned his strategy to reach the pool’s edge.
d) He screamed for help as he fell into the water.
4. How did Douglas feel when he realised he could not reach the surface after being thrown into the pool?
a) Relieved
b) Panicked
c) Confident
d) Excited
5. What physical sensations did Douglas experience as he struggled underwater?
a) Numbness and warmth.
b) Stiffness and rigidity.
c) Tingling and vibration.
d) Flexibility and ease.
6. How did Douglas attempt to cope with the terror he felt underwater?
a) By staying still and calm.
b) By shouting for help.
c) By rationalising and strategising.
d) By attempting to swim to safety.
7. What realisation did Douglas have as he struggled to reach the pool’s surface?
a) He needed to learn how to float.
b) He needed to prepare for the situation.
c) He should have avoided the pool altogether.
d) He required assistance from others to survive.
8. What impact did the near-drowning incident have on Douglas’s physical and emotional well-being?
a) He became physically stronger but emotionally scarred.
b) He experienced physical weakness and emotional trauma.
c) He felt physically and emotionally numb.
d) He developed physical resilience and emotional stability.
9. How did Douglas’s fear of water affect his enjoyment of outdoor activities later in life?
a) It limited his exploration of new places and experiences.
b) It motivated him to overcome his fears and pursue adventure.
c) It had no significant impact on his outdoor activities.
d) It encouraged him to take more risks in nature.
10. What motivated Douglas to overcome his fear of water and learn to swim?
a) Peer pressure from friends and family.
b) The desire to impress his swimming instructor.
c) The need to regain a sense of control and confidence.
d) The fear of experiencing another near-drowning incident.
11. How did Douglas’s journey to conquer his fear of water contribute to his personal growth?
a) It increased his dependency on others for support.
b) It strengthened his resilience and determination.
c) It reinforced his belief in avoiding challenging situations.
d) It diminished his confidence and self-esteem.
12. What broader lesson did Douglas learn from his experience with fear and overcoming adversity?
a) The importance of avoiding risky situations altogether.
b) The value of seeking professional help for mental health issues.
c) The power of perseverance and self-belief in overcoming challenges.
d) The inevitability of succumbing to fear and its lasting consequences.
13. What was the protagonist’s age when he decided to learn to swim?
a) 9 or 10 years old
b) 10 or 11 years old
c) 12 or 13 years old
d) 11 or 12 years old
14. Who initially introduced the protagonist to the beach in California?
a) His father
b) His mother
c) His uncle
d) His friend
15. What was the age of the older boy who threw the protagonist into the pool’s deep end?
a) 15
b) 16
c) 17
d) 18
16. Where did the protagonist nearly drown in a swimming pool?
a) Yakima River.
b) Y.M.C.A. pool in Yakima.
c) Warm Lake of the Goat Rocks.
d) Lake Wentworth in New Hampshire.
17. Where did the protagonist go to learn swimming from an instructor?
a) Yakima River.
b) Warm Lake of the Goat Rocks.
c) Y.M.C.A. pool in Yakima.
d) Lake Wentworth in New Hampshire.
18. What object did the protagonist use to aid in swimming initially?
a) Water wings
b) Lifebuoy
c) Swim fins
d) Inner tubes
19. How deep was the shallow end of the Y.M.C.A. pool where the protagonist learned to swim?
a) 2-3 feet
b) 5-6 feet
c) 7-8 feet
d) 9-10 feet
20. What recurring theme is prevalent in the excerpt?
a) Overcoming adversity.
b) Love and friendship.
c) Family dynamics.
d) Environmental conservation.
21. What emotion does the protagonist primarily struggle with throughout the excerpt?
a) Happiness
b) Fear
c) Excitement
d) Anger
22. What was the reason behind the protagonist’s fear of water?
a) He had a traumatic experience at the beach in California.
b) He had heard stories about drownings in the Yakima River.
c) He had a natural aversion to swimming pools.
d) He had a fear of large bodies of water.
23. Why did the protagonist avoid returning to the pool after the near-drowning incident?
a) He lost interest in swimming.
b) He was physically unable to swim.
c) He developed a fear of water.
d) He disliked the atmosphere at the pool.
24. What was the protagonist’s ultimate goal in overcoming his fear of water?
a) To win a swimming competition.
b) To impress his friends with his courage.
c) To explore new places and experiences.
d) To regain control and confidence.
25. How did the protagonist feel after conquering his fear of water?
a) Sadness
b) Relief
c) Regret
d) Disappointment
26. What did the protagonist learn about fear from his experience?
a) It is insurmountable.
b) It is temporary.
c) It is natural.
d) It is comforting.
27. What did the protagonist’s triumph over his fear of water allow him to do?
a) Pursue his passion for fishing and swimming.
b) Travel to new places and explore nature.
c) Overcome other fears and challenges in life.
d) Inspire others to face their fears and obstacles.
28. In the excerpt, the phrase “Sheer, stark terror” is an example of:
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
29. The protagonist describes the water as having a “dirty yellow tinge.” This is an example of
a) Imagery
b) Symbolism
c) Alliteration
d) Irony
30. What literary device is used in the phrase “a mass of yellow water held me”?
a) Alliteration
b) Metaphor
c) Onomatopoeia
d) Personification
Answers- Set IV:
- b) It can be conquered through persistence and effort.
- c) Overcome other fears and challenges in life.
- d) He screamed for help as he fell into the water.
- b) Panicked
- b) Stiffness and rigidity.
- c) By rationalising and strategising.
- b) He needed to prepare for the situation.
- b) He experienced physical weakness and emotional trauma.
- a) It limited his exploration of new places and experiences.
- c) The need to regain a sense of control and confidence.
- b) It strengthened his resilience and determination.
- c) The power of perseverance and self-belief in overcoming challenges.
- b) 10 or 11 years old
- a) His father
- d) 18
- b) Y.M.C.A. pool in Yakima.
- c) Y.M.C.A. pool in Yakima.
- a) Water wings
- a) 2-3 feet
- a) Overcoming adversity.
- b) Fear
- a) He had a traumatic experience at the beach in California.
- c) He developed a fear of water.
- d) To regain control and confidence.
- b) Relief
- b) It is temporary.
- c) Overcome other fears and challenges in life.
- b) Metaphor
- a) Imagery
- d) Personification
Set V
Total Questions- 30
1. What is the primary effect of repeating “I went down, down, endlessly”?
a) It emphasises the protagonist’s descent into darkness and fear.
b) It highlights the protagonist’s determination to survive.
c) It suggests the cyclical nature of the protagonist’s struggles.
d) It indicates the passage of time during the protagonist’s ordeal.
2. The phrase “I was shrieking underwater” is an example of
a) Hyperbole
b) Oxymoron
c) Onomatopoeia
d) Personification
3. Which literary device is evident in the phrase “tender arms like Mother’s”?
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Symbolism
4. How does the phrase “Icy horror would grab my heart” affect the reader?
a) It conveys a sense of warmth and comfort.
b) It evokes feelings of fear and dread.
c) It creates a lighthearted and humorous tone.
d) It suggests a feeling of excitement and adventure.
5. What is the author’s primary purpose in using the phrase “the curtain of life fell”?
a) To symbolise the end of the protagonist’s life.
b) To foreshadow future events in the story.
c) To evoke a sense of closure and finality.
d) To create a vivid image of the protagonist’s surroundings.
6. What literary device is employed in the phrase “tender arms around me”?
a) Metaphor
b) Personification
c) Simile
d) Alliteration
7. The phrase “dark water that one could not see through” is an example of
a) Irony
b) Symbolism
c) Allusion
d) Foreshadowing
8. What does “treacherous river” most likely mean in the excerpt?
a) A river filled with dangerous wildlife.
b) A river prone to sudden flooding.
c) A river with unpredictable and hazardous conditions.
d) A river known for its scenic beauty.
9. What is the implied meaning of the phrase “big bruiser of a boy”?
a) A boy with a gentle demeanour.
b) A boy with a muscular and intimidating appearance.
c) A boy with exceptional intelligence.
d) A boy with a kind-hearted nature.
10. What does the expression “suffocating” suggest in the context of the excerpt?
a) Breathing difficulties due to an allergic reaction.
b) Feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope with fear.
c) Experiencing physical discomfort from a lack of oxygen.
d) Being trapped in a confined space with limited air supply.
11. In the phrase “sheer, stark terror seized me,” what does “seized” imply?
a) Comforted
b) Overpowered
c) Enlightened
d) Entertained
12. What is the significance of the phrase “stiff, rigid with fear”?
a) Being relaxed and calm in a fearful situation.
b) Feeling paralysed and unable to move due to fear.
c) Experiencing heightened awareness and alertness.
d) Having a flexible and adaptable mindset.
13. What does the expression “nothing but water” convey in the context of the excerpt?
a) An abundance of water.
b) An absence of distractions or obstacles.
c) A feeling of isolation and helplessness.
d) A sense of tranquillity and peace.
14. What is the implied meaning of the phrase “haunting fear”?
a) Fear that lingers in one’s thoughts and memories.
b) Fear that is easily forgotten and dismissed.
c) Fear that is shared among a group of people.
d) Fear that is comforting and reassuring.
15. What does the phrase “bit by bit” suggest in the context of the excerpt?
a) Gradually and slowly.
b) Suddenly and unexpectedly.
c) Continuously and consistently.
d) Sporadically and irregularly.
16. What is the connotation of the phrase “to brush aside fear”?
a) To confront and overcome fear.
b) To ignore and dismiss fear.
c) To embrace and accept fear.
d) To share and communicate fear.
17. In the phrase “the will to live somehow grew in intensity,” what does “intensity” imply?
a) Weakness
b) Determination
c) Indifference
d) Uncertainty
18. What does the phrase “to be drowsy” suggest in the context of the excerpt?
a) Feeling energetic and alert.
b) Experiencing a state of relaxation and calmness.
c) Being in a state of deep sleep.
d) Feeling restless and agitated.
19. What is the implied meaning of the phrase “a long way down”?
a) A significant distance.
b) A short distance.
c) A frightening journey.
d) A straightforward path.
20. In the phrase “a touch of reason,” what does “reason” signify?
a) Emotion and sentiment.
b) Logic and rationality.
c) Instinct and intuition.
d) Confusion and uncertainty.
21. What is the connotation of the phrase “the slightest exertion upset me”?
a) Feeling energised by physical activity.
b) Being disturbed or bothered by minimal effort.
c) Finding comfort in physical exertion.
d) Feeling indifferent to physical strain.
22. What does the expression “the curtain of life fell” suggest in the context of the excerpt?
a) The end of the protagonist’s existence.
b) The beginning of a new phase in life.
c) The closing of a chapter in the protagonist’s journey.
d) The uncertainty of life’s events.
23. What is the implied meaning of the phrase “to swim on”?
a) To cease swimming.
b) To continue swimming.
c) To contemplate swimming.
d) To avoid swimming.
24. In the phrase “I shouted with joy,” what does “joy” signify?
a) Sadness and despair.
b) Fear and anxiety.
c) Happiness and elation.
d) Anger and frustration.
25. What is the connotation of “the old sensation returned in miniature”?
a) A familiar feeling resurfaced on a smaller scale.
b) A new sensation emerged unexpectedly.
c) A comforting feeling was experienced again.
d) A sense of relief was felt temporarily.
26. What does the expression “to conquer fear” imply?
a) To succumb to fear.
b) To overpower and defeat fear.
c) To ignore and avoid fear.
d) To acknowledge and accept fear.
27. In the phrase “to brush aside fear,” what does “brush aside” suggest?
a) To confront and address directly.
b) To avoid or dismiss without consideration.
c) To embrace and welcome openly.
d) To analyse and understand deeply.
28. The literary device used in the line “I was buried in water. My breath was gone”?
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
29. In the sentence, “A great force was pulling me under,” what literary device is employed?
a) Personification
b) Metaphor
c) Simile
d) Alliteration
30. What is the meaning of the phrase “the curtain of life fell”?
a) The author passed out.
b) The author felt serene.
c) The author regained consciousness.
d) The author was enveloped in darkness.
Answers-Set V:
- a) It emphasises the protagonist’s descent into darkness and fear.
- c) Onomatopoeia
- a) Simile
- b) It evokes fear and dread.
- a) To symbolise the end of the protagonist’s life.
- a) Metaphor
- b) Symbolism
- c) A river with unpredictable and hazardous conditions.
- b) A boy with a muscular and intimidating appearance.
- b) Feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope with fear.
- b) Overpowered
- b) Feeling paralysed and unable to move due to fear.
- c) A feeling of isolation and helplessness.
- a) Fear that lingers in one’s thoughts and memories.
- a) Gradually and slowly.
- a) To confront and overcome fear.
- b) Determination
- b) Experiencing a state of relaxation and calmness.
- a) A significant distance.
- b) Logic and rationality.
- b) Being disturbed or bothered by minimal effort.
- c) The closing of a chapter in the protagonist’s journey.
- b) To continue swimming.
- c) Happiness and elation.
- a) A familiar feeling resurfaced on a smaller scale.
- b) To overpower and defeat fear.
- b) To avoid or dismiss without consideration.
- b) Metaphor
- a) Personification
- a) The author passed out.
Set VI
MCQs about William Douglas from Chapter 3 excerpt:
Total Questions- 20
1. Where was William Douglas born?
a) Maine
b) Minnesota
c) Yakima
d) Yale
2. What subjects did William Douglas study during his undergraduate years?
a) English and Economics.
b) Mathematics and Science.
c) History and Political Science.
d) Philosophy and Sociology.
3. What profession did William Douglas initially pursue after graduating from college?
a) Teaching
b) Law
c) Medicine
d) Engineering
4. Who did William Douglas meet at Yale and later become an adviser and friend to?
a) Theodore Roosevelt.
b) Abraham Lincoln.
c) Franklin D. Roosevelt.
d) John F. Kennedy.
5. What was William Douglas known for advocating?
a) Environmental conservation.
b) Economic reform.
c) International diplomacy.
d) Military intervention.
6. How many years did William Douglas serve as a Justice?
a) 20 years
b) 30 years
c) 36 years
d) 40 years
7. What is William Douglas’s notable achievement regarding his tenure as a Justice?
a) He established international peace treaties.
b) He advocated for civil rights movements.
c) He served as a mentor to young lawyers.
d) He holds the record for the longest-serving Justice.
8. What is the title of the book from which the excerpt about William Douglas is taken?
a) Of Men and Mountains.
b) Of Presidents and Politics.
c) Of Law and Justice.
d) Of Rivers and Lakes.
9. How does William Douglas use his personal experiences to discuss fear in the excerpt?
a) Through his legal arguments.
b) Through his friendships with presidents.
c) Through his autobiographical reflections.
d) Through his academic research.
10. What is the central theme of the excerpt about William Douglas?
a) Overcoming adversity.
b) Pursuing academic excellence.
c) Advancing political agendas.
d) Navigating personal relationships.
11. What prompted William Douglas to switch from teaching to pursuing a legal career?
a) A desire for higher income.
b) Disillusionment with the education system.
c) Influence from Franklin D. Roosevelt.
d) Personal interest in law and justice.
12. What role did William Douglas play in Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life?
a) He served as Roosevelt’s legal advisor.
b) He was Roosevelt’s classmate at Yale.
c) He was Roosevelt’s physician.
d) He worked as Roosevelt’s campaign manager.
13. How did William Douglas contribute to advocating individual rights?
a) Through his work as a teacher.
b) Through his legal career and activism.
c) Through his involvement in environmental causes.
d) Through his support of international treaties.
14. How long did William O. Douglas teach high school in Yakima?
a)One-year
b) Two years
c) Three years
d) Four years
15. What made William Douglas the longest-serving Justice in the court’s history?
a) His close ties to the President.
b) His landmark legal decisions.
c) His dedication to environmental causes.
d) His influential academic background.
16. How did William Douglas utilise his experiences in his writing?
a) By incorporating legal arguments.
b) By providing insights into presidential politics.
c) By drawing from personal anecdotes.
d) By analysing historical events.
17. What subject matter does the excerpt from “Of Men and Mountains” primarily focus on?
a) Legal theory and practice.
b) Environmental conservation.
c) Autobiographical reflections.
d) Political philosophy.
18. Which aspect of William Douglas’s life does the excerpt highlight?
a) His academic achievements.
b) His struggles and triumphs.
c) His contributions to legal scholarship.
d) His role in shaping national policy.
19. What distinguishes William Douglas’s approach to discussing fear in the excerpt?
a) His reliance on statistical evidence.
b) His use of personal narratives.
c) His exploration of philosophical concepts.
d) His examination of historical precedents.
20. How does William Douglas’s narrative contribute to the broader understanding of human experience?
a) By emphasising the importance of reform.
b) By highlighting the significance of personal resilience.
c) By advocating for political activism.
d) By critiquing social institutions.
Answers- Set VI:
- a) Maine
- a) English and Economics.
- a) Teaching
- c) Franklin D. Roosevelt.
- a) Environmental conservation.
- c) 36 years
- d) He holds the record for the longest-serving Justice.
- a) Of Men and Mountains.
- c) Through his autobiographical reflections.
- a) Overcoming adversity.
- d) Personal interest in law and justice.
- a) He served as Roosevelt’s legal advisor.
- b) Through his legal career and activism.
- b) Two years
- d) His influential academic background.
- c) By drawing from personal anecdotes.
- c) Autobiographical reflections.
- b) His struggles and triumphs.
- b) His use of personal narratives.
- b) By highlighting the significance of personal resilience.
