Solve Chapter 4,The Rattrap MCQs. Test your understanding of Selma Lagerlöf’s short story “The Rattrap“. the narrative’s characters, themes, and plot twists with these thought-provoking questions designed to deepen your engagement with the text.
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Chapter 4- The Rattrap MCQs
“The Rattrap” is a heartwarming short story by Selma Lagerlöf set in Sweden. It follows a poor rattrap peddler who finds unexpected kindness from an ironmaster and his daughter on Christmas Eve. The story explores themes of redemption and empathy, highlighting the transformative power of compassion in unexpected circumstances.
Set I
Total Multiple Choice Questions-20
1. What did the man sell?
a) Small toys
b) Wire rattraps
c) Books
d) Clothes
2. How did the man acquire materials for making rattraps?
a) He bought them from stores.
b) He stole them from big farms.
c) He begged for them.
d) All of the above.
3. Why did the man resort to begging and petty thievery?
a) To buy expensive items.
b) To keep body and soul together.
c) For fun.
d) To impress people.
4. What metaphor did the man use to describe the world around him?
a) A big playground
b) A dangerous forest
c) A big rattrap
d) A beautiful garden
5. How did the old man treat the stranger who knocked on his door?
a) He refused to help him.
b) He gave him shelter and food.
c) He ignored him.
d) He called the police.
6. What did the old man’s cow do?
a) She could fly.
b) She could give milk to the creamery every day.
c) She could speak.
d) She could dance.
7. How did the old man prove to the stranger that he had received payment for his milk?
a) He showed him a bank statement.
b) He showed him a pouch with money.
c) He showed him his cow.
d) He told him a story.
8. What did the crofter do with the key to the cottage?
a) He threw it away.
b) He gave it to the stranger.
c) He locked the door.
d) He lost it.
9. What did the man with the rattraps say to the old man before they parted ways?
a) “Let’s steal from someone together.”
b) “Goodbye and thank you.”
c) “I will never see you again.”
d) “I will take your cow.”
10. What did each man do after leaving the cottage?
a) They went to buy groceries.
b) They went their separate ways.
c) They went for a walk together.
d) They started a business.
11. What did the man with the rattraps initially think about the world?
a) It was a paradise.
b) It was a big rattrap.
c) It was a dangerous forest.
d) It was a beautiful garden.
12. How did the old man feel about having someone to talk to in his loneliness?
a) He was annoyed.
b) He was happy.
c) He was indifferent.
d) He was scared.
13. Why did the old man show the stranger the leather pouch with money?
a) To boast about his wealth.
b) To prove he was wealthy.
c) To ask for help.
d) To share his story.
14. What did the man with the rattraps realise about himself in the forest?
a) He was lost.
b) He was hungry.
c) He was trapped.
d) He was happy.
15. Why did the man with the rattraps feel joy about thinking ill of the world?
a) Because he hated everyone.
b) Because he was rich.
c) Because it entertained him.
d) Because he was sad.
16. Why did the man with the rattraps knock on the door of the little grey cottage?
a) To sell rattraps
b) To ask for shelter for the night
c) To steal from the old man
d) To beg for food
17. What did the old man do to entertain his guest?
a) He played cards with him.
b) He sang songs.
c) He told him stories.
d) He danced.
18. What did the old man rely on for support after he could no longer do day labour?
a) His children
b) His friends
c) His cow
d) His savings
19. Why did the old man show the leather pouch to the stranger?
a) To boast about his wealth
b) To seek help
c) To show gratitude
d) To share his past experiences
20. How did the old man feel about the stranger when they parted ways?
a) Angry
b) Indifferent
c) Grateful
d) Fearful
Answers-Set I:
- b) Wire rattraps
- d) All of the above.
- b) To keep body and soul together.
- c) A big rattrap
- b) He gave him shelter and food.
- b) She could give milk to the creamery every day.
- b) He showed him a pouch with money.
- c) He locked the door.
- b) “Goodbye and thank you.”
- b) They went their separate ways.
- b) It was a big rattrap.
- b) He was happy.
- b) To prove he was wealthy.
- c) He was trapped.
- c) Because it entertained him
- b) To ask for shelter for the night
- a) He played cards with him.
- c) His cow
- b) To seek help
- c) Grateful
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Set II
Total Multiple Choice Questions-20
1. Why did the man go around selling small rattraps?
a) To earn a substantial profit
b) To entertain himself during odd moments
c) To keep body and soul together
d) To engage in petty thievery
2. What analogy did the man make about the world?
a) It was like a big forest.
b) It was like a maze of rattraps.
c) It was like a big rattrap.
d) It was like a dark cottage.
3. What did the man find entertaining during his dreary ploddings?
a) Thinking of people caught in a dangerous snare
b) Counting the money he earned from selling rattraps
c) Observing the beauty of nature
d) Planning his subsequent petty thievery
4. How did the owner of the grey cottage react to the man’s request for shelter?
a) He refused him shelter.
b) He welcomed him warmly.
c) He asked him to leave immediately.
d) He ignored the man’s request.
5. What supported the old man who owned the cottage?
a) His job at Ramsjo Ironworks
b) His thriving farm
c) His cow
d) His savings in the bank
6. What did the old man use to prove his cow’s extraordinary ability?
a) A letter from the creamery
b) A pouch filled with money
c) A glass of milk
d) A document from the ironworks
7. What did the crofter do before leaving the cottage?
a) He gave the man money.
b) He locked the door and pocketed the key.
c) He invited the man to join him.
d) He asked the man to help with his chores.
8. What did the rattrap peddler do after stealing the money pouch?
a) He went back to the cottage.
b) He continued along the public highway.
c) He turned off the road into the woods.
d) He returned the money to its place.
9. Why did the forest feel like a prison to the rattrap peddler?
a) He was surrounded by darkness.
b) He was lost and couldn’t find a way out.
c) Forest animals were chasing him.
d) Fallen logs trapped him.
10. What sound gave the rattrap peddler hope while in the forest?
a) Birdsong
b) Waterfall
c) Hammer strokes from an iron mill
d) Whistling wind
11. Why did the blacksmith not notice the intruder at first?
a) The intruder was silent.
b) The blacksmith needed to be more relaxed.
c) The forge needed to be more quiet.
d) The blacksmith was asleep.
12. How did the Ironmaster react to the tramp’s presence in the forge?
a) He welcomed him warmly.
b) He ignored him.
c) He permitted him to stay.
d) He asked him to leave immediately.
13. What did the master blacksmith wear in the forge?
a) A suit and tie
b) A long shirt and wooden shoes
c) A smock and leather boots
d) Overalls and steel-toed boots
14. What activity were the master smith and his helper engaged in?
a) Playing cards
b) Forging iron
c) Cooking dinner
d) Repairing tools
15. What was the tramp’s initial purpose for entering the forge?
a) To steal valuables
b) To seek shelter
c) To warm himself
d) To find employment
16. What characterised the ironworks during its operation?
a) It was a small, family-owned business.
b) It produced textiles rather than iron.
c) It was a large plant with a smelter and rolling mill.
d) It was known for its luxurious accommodations.
17. What was the weather like during the events described in the story?
a) Snowstorm
b) Rainy
c) Sunny
d) Foggy
18. How did the rattrap peddler feel about his smartness after stealing the money?
a) Proud
b) Guilty
c) Fearful
d) Anxious
19. What was the significance of the pouch the old man showed the stranger?
a) It contained his lunch.
b) It was proof of his wealth.
c) It was a family heirloom.
d) It held his tools.
20. What prompted the tramp to enter the forge?
a) The warmth of the fire
b) The invitation of the blacksmith
c) The noise from the bellows
d) The darkness outside
Answers- Set II:
- b) He resorted to begging and petty thievery.
- b) It offered riches and joys but closed in when one touched the bait.
- a) He thought about people he knew who had fallen into the dangerous snare.
- a) The owner was happy to have someone to talk to.
- c) His cow.
- b) A leather pouch with thirty kronor.
- b) He locked the door and pocketed the key.
- a) He turned off the road into the woods.
- b) He realised he was lost in the forest.
- c) Hammer strokes from an iron mill.
- a) They were busy working near the furnace.
- c) He permitted him to stay.
- b) A long shirt and wooden shoes.
- a) Forging iron.
- c) To warm himself.
- a) It was a large plant with a smelter and rolling mill.
- b) Rainy.
- a) Aloof.
- b) It was evidence of his wealth.
- a) The warmth of the fire.
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Set III
Total Multiple Choice Questions-20
1. Who was the first person to approach the ragamuffin near the furnace?
a) The blacksmith
b) The Ironmaster
c) The valet
d) The apprentice
2. How did the Ironmaster react upon seeing the ragamuffin near the furnace?
a) He ignored him.
b) He walked close up to him and examined him closely.
c) He asked him to leave immediately.
d) He called the police.
3. Why did the ragamuffin hesitate to correct the Ironmaster’s mistaken identity?
a) He hoped to receive some money.
b) He wanted to steal from the Ironmaster.
c) He wanted to play a prank.
d) He wanted to test the Ironmaster’s memory.
4. Why did the ragamuffin refuse the Ironmaster’s invitation to his manor house?
a) He was afraid of the Ironmaster’s daughter.
b) He preferred to sleep in the forge.
c) He was planning to rob the Ironmaster.
d) He wanted to avoid embarrassment.
5. Who was sent by the Ironmaster to persuade the ragamuffin to come to their house?
a) The Ironmaster himself
b) The blacksmith
c) The Ironmaster’s daughter
d) The Ironmaster’s son
6. How did the Ironmaster’s daughter convince the ragamuffin to visit their house?
a) She offered him money.
b) She threatened to call the police.
c) She showed him compassion and invited him warmly.
d) She promised him a job.
7. How did the ragamuffin feel while riding to the manor house?
a) Fear and regret
b) Joy and excitement
c) Anger and frustration
d) Relief and gratitude
8. What did the Ironmaster plan to do with the ragamuffin once he arrived at their house?
a) Send him to jail
b) Offer him a job
c) Provide him with food and shelter
d) Give him money to leave
9. How did the Ironmaster’s daughter initially perceive the ragamuffin’s appearance?
a) She thought he was well-dressed.
b) She thought he was educated.
c) She thought he looked familiar.
d) She thought he was poor and uneducated.
10. How did the Ironmaster react when he saw the ragamuffin well-dressed in his home?
a) He was pleased and welcomed him warmly.
b) He was puzzled and disappointed.
c) He was angry and threatened to call the police.
d) He was surprised and suspicious.
11. What was the Ironmaster’s reaction upon realising the ragamuffin’s true identity?
a) He laughed and apologised.
b) He was furious and demanded an explanation.
c) He ignored the ragamuffin.
d) He felt sorry for the ragamuffin.
12. What did the ragamuffin suggest he could do if asked to leave?
a) Return to his previous life as a trader
b) Find a job at the manor house
c) Beg for forgiveness
d) Disappear into the forest
13. Who bathed, groomed, and dressed the ragamuffin in the Ironmaster’s clothes?
a) The Ironmaster’s daughter
b) The blacksmith
c) The valet
d) The apprentice
14. How did the Ironmaster feel about the ragamuffin’s transformation?
a) Pleased
b) Disappointed
c) Surprised
d) Indifferent
15. What did the ragamuffin say about his transformation when confronted by the Ironmaster?
a) He admitted his deception.
b) He blamed the Ironmaster’s daughter.
c) He claimed he had been forced to change.
d) He denied any wrongdoing.
16. What did the Ironmaster’s daughter think about the ragamuffin’s appearance after his transformation?
a) She thought he looked familiar.
b) She thought he was unrecognisable.
c) She thought he needed more grooming.
d) She thought he was well-dressed but still suspicious.
17. How did the Ironmaster react to the ragamuffin’s explanation?
a) He laughed and forgave him.
b) He was angry and asked him to leave.
c) He felt sorry for him and offered him a job.
d) He didn’t react but asked his daughter to decide.
18. What did the Ironmaster plan to do after breakfast?
a) Visit his old regimental comrade
b) Help the ragamuffin find a job
c) Discuss the ragamuffin’s future
d) Send the ragamuffin away
19. How did the Ironmaster’s daughter feel about the ragamuffin’s appearance after he was cleaned up?
a) She was impressed.
b) She was disappointed.
c) She was suspicious.
d) She was indifferent.
20. What did the Ironmaster hope would change about the ragamuffin after his transformation?
a) His manners
b) His appearance
c) His way of speaking
d) His attitude towards them
Answers -Set III:
- b) The Ironmaster
- b) He walked closely to and examined him.
- a) He hoped to receive some money.
- b) He preferred to sleep in the forge.
- c) The Ironmaster’s daughter
- c) She showed him compassion and invited him warmly.
- a) Fear and regret
- c) Provide him food and shelter
- d) She thought he was poor and uneducated.
- b) He was puzzled and disappointed.
- b) He was furious and demanded an explanation.
- a) He returned to his previous life as a trader
- c) The valet
- b) He was disappointed
- a) He admitted his deception.
- b) She thought he was unrecognisable.
- b) He was angry and asked him to leave.
- a) Visit his old regimental comrade
- a) She was impressed.
- a) His manners
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Set IV
Total Multiple Choice Questions-20
1. Who hesitated initially about the situation involving the tramp?
a) The daughter
b) The Ironmaster
c) The sheriff
d) The valet
2. What was the tramp’s reaction when the Ironmaster suggested that the sheriff might intervene?
a) He agreed to leave immediately.
b) He struck the table with his fist.
c) He laughed loudly.
d) He apologised profusely.
3. Why did the Ironmaster initially want the tramp to leave?
a) He believed the tramp had stolen something.
b) He thought the tramp was rude.
c) He was worried about the sheriff’s involvement.
d) He disliked the tramp’s appearance.
4. Who advocated for the tramp to stay?
a) The Ironmaster
b) The sheriff
c) The daughter
d) The valet
5. Why did the young girl want the tramp to stay?
a) She thought he might steal something.
b) She wanted him to help with Christmas preparations.
c) She empathised with his loneliness and hardships.
d) She believed he was a nobleman in disguise.
6. How did the Ironmaster respond to his daughter’s insistence on the tramp staying?
a) He laughed it off.
b) He disagreed vehemently.
c) He reluctantly agreed.
d) He ignored her.
7. What gesture did the young girl make towards the tramp?
a) She offered him money.
b) She invited him to leave.
c) She offered him food.
d) She presented him with clothes.
8. What did the tramp do during his time at Ramsjo on Christmas Eve?
a) He caused trouble.
b) He helped with Christmas preparations.
c) He slept peacefully.
d) He entertained the guests.
9. How did the tramp respond to the gift of clothes?
a) He expressed gratitude.
b) He rejected the gift.
c) He laughed.
d) He cried.
10. What was the Ironmaster’s and his daughter’s reaction when they returned from church?
a) They were joyful.
b) They were disappointed.
c) They were surprised.
d) They were angry.
11. What did the Ironmaster suspect about the tramp after returning from church?
a) He suspected the tramp had left.
b) He suspected the tramp was a thief.
c) He suspected the tramp was a nobleman.
d) He suspected the tramp was sick.
12. What was found in the package left by the tramp?
a) A letter
b) A Christmas tree
c) A rattrap and money
d) Clothes
13. To Whom was the letter addressed?
a) The Ironmaster
b) The valet
c) The sheriff
d) The daughter
14. What did the letter reveal about the tramp’s identity?
a) He was a thief.
b) He was a nobleman.
c) He was a captain.
d) He was a vagabond.
15. How did the young girl react to the contents of the package?
a) She cried in disappointment.
b) She laughed with joy.
c) She screamed in fear.
d) She frowned in confusion.
16. What did the tramp refer to himself as in the letter?
a) A thief
b) A nobleman
c) A captain
d) A wanderer
17. What did the tramp advise the young girl to do with the money?
a) Keep it for herself
b) Return it to the old man
c) Give it to the Ironmaster
d) Donate it to charity
18. What did the tramp compare the world to in his letter?
a) A rattrap
b) A prison
c) A castle
d) A sanctuary
19. What was the tramp’s final gesture towards the young girl?
a) He hugged her tightly.
b) He kissed her hand.
c) He shook her hand firmly.
d) He bowed respectfully.
20. How did the Ironmaster react to the tramp’s departure?
a) He was relieved.
b) He was disappointed.
c) He was surprised.
d) He was angry.
Answers- Set IV:
- b) The Ironmaster
- b) He struck the table with his fist.
- c) He was worried about the sheriff’s involvement.
- c) The daughter
- c) She empathised with his loneliness and hardships.
- c) He reluctantly agreed.
- d) She presented him with clothes.
- c) He slept peacefully.
- a) He expressed gratitude.
- b) They were disappointed.
- b) He suspected the tramp was a thief.
- c) A rattrap and money
- d) The daughter
- c) He was a captain.
- b) She laughed with joy.
- c) A captain
- b) Return it to the old man
- a) A rattrap
- b) He kissed her hand.
- a) He was relieved.
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Set V
Total Questions -30
1. What is Selma Lagerlof’s “The Rattrap” central theme?
a) The pursuit of wealth and success.
b) The kindness and generosity of strangers.
c) The deceptive nature of the world.
d) The importance of honesty and integrity.
2. The protagonist of “The Rattrap” is best described as
a) A wealthy merchant.
b) A humble farmer.
c) A wandering rattrap peddler.
d) A cunning thief.
3. What realisation does the rattrap peddler come to about the world around him?
a) It is full of riches waiting to be discovered.
b) It is like a giant rattrap, luring people with false promises.
c) It is a place of endless opportunities for those who seek them.
d) It is a harsh but fair environment for those who work hard.
4. What is the old man’s livelihood in the story?
a) He is a blacksmith.
b) He is a farmer.
c) He is a crofter.
d) He is a miner.
5. How does the rattrap peddler deceive the old man?
a) He steals his money and pretends to be his friend.
b) He offers to work for him but runs away with his belongings.
c) He promises to sell him valuable goods but disappears with the payment.
d) He tricks him into giving away his possessions through a game of cards.
6. Why does the rattrap peddler venture into the forest?
a) To find shelter from the cold weather.
b) To hide from the authorities.
c) To escape from the old man’s cottage.
d) To search for valuable items to steal.
7. What sound leads the rattrap peddler out of the forest?
a) The rustling of leaves.
b) The chirping of birds.
c) The thumping of a nearby iron mill.
d) The howling of wolves.
8. What is the setting of the story “The Rattrap”?
a) A bustling city.
b) A remote village.
c) The Swedish countryside.
d) An abandoned mine.
9. What role does the blacksmith play in the story?
a) He is the owner of the rattraps.
b) He is the protagonist’s accomplice.
c) He is an antagonist who opposes the protagonist.
d) He is an indifferent observer in the forge.
10. How does the Ironmaster react to the rattrap peddler’s presence in the forge?
a) He welcomes him warmly.
b) He ignores him completely.
c) He is curious about his story.
d) He regards him with suspicion.
11. What does the rattrap peddler initially ask from the old man in the cottage?
a) Money
b) Food
c) Shelter
d) Clothes
12. What does the rattrap peddler steal from the old man?
a) His cow.
b) His house key.
c) His tobacco pouch.
d) His playing cards.
13. Why does the rattrap peddler feel pleased after stealing the money?
a) He thinks he has outsmarted the old man.
b) He believes he has gained respect from the villagers.
c) He anticipates a life of luxury with the stolen cash.
d) He plans to return the money later as a goodwill gesture.
14. How does the old man react to the theft of his money?
a) He becomes angry and seeks revenge.
b) He forgives the peddler and offers him help.
c) He becomes despondent and loses hope.
d) He vows to catch the thief and recover his money.
15. What is the significance of the leather pouch in the story?
a) It symbolises the old man’s wealth and security.
b) It represents the rattrap peddler’s deceptive nature.
c) It serves as a reminder of the old man’s past.
d) It contains valuable items stolen by the peddler.
16. What emotion does the rattrap peddler experience as he wanders deeper into the forest?
a) Fear
b) Excitement
c) Contentment
d) Curiosity
17. What is the rattrap peddler’s ultimate realisation about his situation?
a) He is doomed to remain in the forest forever.
b) He has fallen victim to the same traps he set for others.
c) He will eventually find a way to escape his predicament.
d) He regrets his actions and seeks redemption.
18. How does the rattrap peddler’s perception of the world change throughout the story?
a) He becomes more cynical and distrustful.
b) He becomes more optimistic and hopeful.
c) He becomes more compassionate and understanding.
d) He remains unchanged in his worldview.
19. What role does the cow play in the old man’s life?
a) It provides him with companionship.
b) It serves as his only source of income.
c) It reminds him of his days as a farmer.
d) It represents his connection to nature.
20. What motivates the old man to be generous to the rattrap peddler?
a) He sees potential in the peddler to change his ways.
b) He feels sorry for the peddler’s impoverished state.
c) He hopes to gain favour from the peddler in return.
d) He enjoys the company of strangers in his loneliness.
21. How does the rattrap peddler enter the old man’s cottage?
a) He picks the lock.
b) He breaks a window.
c) He knocks on the door.
d) He climbs through the chimney.
22. What does the rattrap peddler initially think of the old man’s hospitality?
a) He suspects the old man has ulterior motives.
b) He appreciates the kindness and warmth shown to him.
c) He feels guilty for exploiting the old man’s generosity.
d) He worries about being discovered as a thief.
23. What does the rattrap peddler do after stealing the money from the old man?
a) He confronts the old man and confesses his crime.
b) He immediately flees into the forest.
c) He decides to return the money and seek forgiveness.
d) He plans to spend the money on food and shelter.
24. Why does the rattrap peddler feel trapped in the forest?
a) Wild animals pursue him.
b) He cannot find his way out.
c) He is haunted by guilt and remorse.
d) He is physically injured and unable to move.
25. How does the rattrap peddler’s encounter with the blacksmith and Ironmaster contribute to the story’s resolution?
a) They offer him shelter and protection.
b) They help him escape from the forest.
c) They reveal the consequences of his actions.
d) They teach him a valuable lesson about trust.
26. What does the rattrap peddler’s reaction to the sounds of the iron mill symbolise?
a) His determination to find redemption.
b) His longing for human connection.
c) His recognition of his vulnerability.
d) His hope for a better future.
27. What effect does the setting of the dark forge have on the atmosphere of the story?
a) It creates a sense of mystery and intrigue.
b) It evokes feelings of warmth and comfort.
c) It highlights the protagonist’s isolation and despair.
d) It emphasises the theme of industrialisation and progress.
28. How does the rattrap peddler’s perception of the old man change throughout the story?
a) He begins to admire the old man’s resilience and kindness.
b) He becomes resentful of his wealth and comfort.
c) He sees the old man as a potential victim of his schemes.
d) He views the old man with suspicion and distrust.
29. What role does the rattrap symbolise in the story?
a) It represents the allure of material wealth and possessions.
b) It serves as a metaphor for the cycle of temptation and deception.
c) It embodies the protagonist’s longing for freedom and escape.
d) It symbolises the old man’s nostalgic attachment to the past.
30. How does the theme of redemption manifest in “The Rattrap”?
a) Through the protagonist’s remorse and self-reflection.
b) Through the kindness and forgiveness of the old man.
c) Through the protagonist’s eventual escape from the forest.
d) Through the protagonist’s reconciliation with the Ironmaster.
ANSWERS- Set V:
- c) The deceptive nature of the world.
- c) A wandering rattrap peddler.
- b) It is like a giant rattrap, luring people with false promises.
- c) He is a crofter.
- a) He steals his money and pretends to be his friend.
- c) To escape from the old man’s cottage.
- c) The thumping of a nearby iron mill.
- c) The Swedish countryside.
- d) He is an indifferent observer in the forge.
- b) He ignores him completely.
- c) Shelter.
- c) His tobacco pouch.
- a) He thinks he has outsmarted the old man.
- c) He becomes despondent and loses hope.
- a) It symbolises the old man’s wealth and security.
- a) Fear.
- b) He has fallen victim to the same traps he set for others.
- a) He becomes more cynical and distrustful.
- b) It serves as his only source of income.
- a) He sees potential in the peddler to change his ways.
- b) He breaks a window.
- b) He appreciates the kindness and warmth shown to him.
- b) He immediately flees into the forest.
- b) He cannot find his way out.
- c) They reveal the consequences of his actions.
- c) His recognition of his vulnerability.
- a) It creates a sense of mystery and intrigue.
- a) He begins to admire the old man’s resilience and kindness.
- b) It serves as a metaphor for the cycle of temptation and deception.
- a) Through the protagonist’s remorse and self-reflection
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Set VI
Total Questions- 30
1. How does the Ironmaster initially react to the ragamuffin’s presence in the forge?
a) He ignores him completely.
b) He offers him a job at the manor house.
c) He approaches him with recognition and familiarity.
d) He calls for the authorities to remove him.
2. Why does the ragamuffin not correct the Ironmaster’s mistaken identity assumption?
a) He hopes to receive money from the Ironmaster.
b) He enjoys the attention and hospitality.
c) He fears being thrown out of the forge.
d) He wants to impress the blacksmiths with his connections.
3. Why does the ragamuffin refuse the Ironmaster’s invitation to the manor house?
a) He is afraid of being caught for his thievery.
b) He prefers to sleep in the forge unnoticed.
c) He dislikes the idea of mingling with wealthy people.
d) He worries about being recognised as an impostor.
4. How does the Ironmaster convince the ragamuffin to accompany him to the manor house?
a) He promises him a job and shelter.
b) He appeals to his sense of obligation.
c) He offers him a large sum of money.
d) He threatens him with the authorities.
5. What does the Ironmaster reveal about his family situation to persuade the ragamuffin to come to the manor?
a) His wife is ill, and they need help with chores.
b) His children are away, leaving him and his daughter alone.
c) His house is too empty, and they desire company for Christmas.
d) His servants have all quit, and they need assistance.
6. What is the ragamuffin’s initial response to the Ironmaster’s invitation to the manor?
a) He eagerly accepts.
b) He hesitates but eventually agrees.
c) He firmly declines.
d) He pretends to consider the offer.
7. Why does the ragamuffin feel trapped after accepting the invitation to the manor house?
a) He worries about facing consequences for his past actions.
b) He fears being recognised by someone at the manor.
c) He suspects that he will be treated as an intruder.
d) He is uncomfortable around wealthy people.
8. Who does the Ironmaster send to persuade the ragamuffin to come to the manor house after his initial refusal?
a) His wife.
b) His son.
c) His daughter.
d) His servant.
9. How does the Ironmaster’s daughter convince the ragamuffin to join them at the manor house?
a) She offers him money and promises not to report him.
b) She reassures him that he can leave whenever he wants.
c) She expresses sympathy and offers companionship.
d) She threatens to call the police if he refuses.
10. What was the Ragamuffin’s initial impression of Edla Willmansson?
a) He admires her beauty and charm.
b) He distrusts her intentions.
c) He feels intimidated by her presence.
d) He appreciates her kindness and compassion.
11. Why does Edla Willmansson speculate that the ragamuffin might be a thief or an escaped convict?
a) She notices his suspicious behaviour and demeanour.
b) She recognises him from a wanted poster.
c) She has a hunch about his true identity.
d) She hears rumours about him from the townsfolk.
12. What motivates Edla Willmansson to invite the ragamuffin to the manor house?
a) She wants to impress her father with her generosity.
b) She feels sorry for the ragamuffin and wants to help.
c) She hopes to learn more about his past and background.
d) She is curious about his connection to the Ironmaster.
13. How does the ragamuffin’s demeanour change after accepting Edla Willmansson’s invitation?
a) He becomes more relaxed and open.
b) He becomes defensive and guarded.
c) He becomes nervous and apprehensive.
d) He becomes suspicious and wary.
14. What does the ragamuffin fear as he rides to the manor house?
a) That the authorities will arrest him.
b) That he will be forced to confess his crimes.
c) That he will be unable to escape the Ironmaster’s control.
d) That he will be judged harshly by the Ironmaster’s family.
15. What does the Ironmaster plan to do to help the ragamuffin once he arrives at the manor house?
a) Provide him with food and shelter.
b) Offer him a job at the ironworks.
c) Assist him in finding his way home.
d) Help him reunite with his family.
16. Why does Edla Willmansson express surprise at the ragamuffin’s appearance when he arrives at the manor house?
a) He looks different from what she expected based on his initial appearance.
b) He looks more unkempt and dishevelled than she remembered.
c) He looks older and more weathered than she anticipated.
d) He looks more refined and well-groomed than she anticipated.
17. What changes have been made to the ragamuffin’s appearance when he arrives at the manor house?
a) He is wearing a new suit of clothes and has been cleaned up.
b) He is wearing his old rags but has tidied himself up.
c) He is wearing the Ironmaster’s clothes but appears dishevelled.
d) He is wearing a uniform and looks more dignified.
18. How does the ragamuffin react when the Ironmaster realises his mistake about the ragamuffin’s identity?
a) He apologises and offers to leave immediately.
b) He accuses the Ironmaster of mistreating him.
c) He admits to his deception and asks for forgiveness.
d) He blames the Ironmaster for making assumptions.
19. Why is the Ironmaster displeased when the ragamuffin at the manor house?
a) He realises the ragamuffin is not who he thought he was.
b) He believes the ragamuffin has stolen from him.
c) He is disappointed with the ragamuffin’s appearance.
d) He fears the ragamuffin will embarrass him in front of his daughter.
20. What does the ragamuffin blame for his current predicament after the Ironmaster confronts him?
a) His foolishness and deceit.
b) The Ironmaster’s mistaken identity assumption.
c) The unfairness of society and his circumstances.
d) The pressure to conform to societal expectations.
21. How does the Ironmaster react when he realises the truth about the ragamuffin’s identity?
a) He becomes angry and demands an explanation.
b) He laughs at the ragamuffin’s audacity.
c) He feels pity for the ragamuffin’s situation.
d) He becomes disappointed and frustrated.
22. Why does the ragamuffin believe he is trapped after being invited to the manor house?
a) He realises he cannot escape the consequences of his actions.
b) He fears he will be forced to work for the Ironmaster.
c) He worries about being caught in a web of lies.
d) He believes the Ironmaster will turn him over to the authorities.
23. How does the Ironmaster’s daughter react to the ragamuffin’s arrival at the manor house?
a) She is surprised by his transformation.
b) She is suspicious of his intentions.
c) She is disappointed by his appearance.
d) She is excited to meet a new guest.
24. What does the Ironmaster hope to accomplish by inviting the ragamuffin to the manor house?
a) To help him find redemption and a fresh start.
b) To expose him as a fraud and a thief.
c) To teach him a lesson about honesty and integrity.
d) To use him as cheap labour for the forges.
25. How does Edla Willmansson react to the ragamuffin’s fear and hesitation?
a) She reassures him and promises him freedom.
b) She scolds him for his lack of gratitude.
c) She threatens to call the police if he tries to escape.
d) She sympathises with him and offers understanding.
26. What is the ragamuffin’s plan if things do not go well at the manor house?
a) To flee and disappear into the countryside.
b) To beg for forgiveness and seek redemption.
c) To confront the Ironmaster and demand justice.
d) To return to his life as a wandering rattrap peddler.
27. How does the Ironmaster justify his mistake about the ragamuffin’s identity?
a) He claims that the ragamuffin’s appearance misled him.
b) He accuses the ragamuffin of deliberately deceiving him.
c) He blames his forgetfulness and gullibility.
d) He believes that the ragamuffin’s story was convincing.
28. What does the ragamuffin’s change in appearance symbolise in the story?
a) A transformation from deception to honesty.
b) A superficial attempt to fit into society.
c) A redemption from past mistakes.
d) A rejection of his former identity as a vagabond.
29. How does the Ironmaster respond when the ragamuffin admits to his deception?
a) He forgives him and offers him a job.
b) He kicks him out of the manor house.
c) He calls for the police to arrest him.
d) He laughs at him and mocks his foolishness.
30. What lesson does the Ironmaster hope the ragamuffin learns from his experience at the manor house?
a) The importance of humility and honesty.
b) The consequences of deceit and manipulation.
c) The value of compassion and generosity.
d) The dangers of judging others based on appearances.
ANSWERS- Set VI:
- a) He ignores him completely.
- c) He fears being thrown out of the forge.
- a) He is afraid of being caught for his thievery.
- b) He appeals to his sense of obligation.
- c) His house is too empty, and they desire company for Christmas.
- c) He firmly declines.
- d) He is uncomfortable around wealthy people.
- c) His daughter.
- c) She expresses sympathy and offers companionship.
- d) He appreciates her kindness and compassion.
- a) She notices his suspicious behaviour and demeanour.
- b) She feels sorry for the ragamuffin and wants to help.
- a) He becomes more relaxed and open.
- a) That the authorities will arrest him.
- a) Provide him with food and shelter.
- a) He looks different from what she expected based on his initial appearance.
- a) He is wearing a new suit of clothes and has been cleaned up.
- c) He admits to his deception and asks for forgiveness.
- a) He realises the ragamuffin is not who he thought he was.
- a) His foolishness and deceit.
- c) He feels pity for the ragamuffin’s situation.
- c) He worries about being caught in a web of lies.
- a) She is surprised by his transformation.
- a) To help him find redemption and a fresh start.
- d) She sympathises with him and offers understanding.
- a) To flee and disappear into the countryside.
- a) He claims that the ragamuffin’s appearance misled him.
- b) A superficial attempt to fit into society.
- a) He forgives him and offers him a job.
- b) The consequences of deceit and manipulation.
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Set VII
Total Questions- 30
1. The description of the man’s realisation that he had been fooled by a bait and caught in the forest aligns with the literary device of
A) Allusion.
B) Irony.
C) Imagery.
D) Allegory.
2. The passage’s portrayal of the old man’s generosity with his porridge and tobacco highlights the theme of:
A) Greed and selfishness.
B) Kindness and compassion.
C) Betrayal and mistrust.
D) Solitude and isolation.
3. The phrase “he heard a sound—a hard regular thumping” suggests that the man:
A) Was frightened by unfamiliar noises.
B) Sensed danger lurking nearby.
C) Stumbled upon a hidden treasure.
D) Discovered a safe haven for the night.
4. The phrase “During one of the long dark evenings just before Christmas” creates a sense of
A) Foreboding and suspense.
B) Warmth and cosiness.
C) Festivity and celebration.
D) Loneliness and isolation.
5. The description of the blacksmiths wearing “nothing but a long shirt and a pair of wooden shoes” serves to
A) Emphasise their poverty and simplicity.
B) Highlight their dedication to their craft.
C) Showcase their disregard for traditional attire.
D) Illustrate their preference for comfort over style.
6. The word “intruder” to describe the man entering the forge suggests he is:
A) Welcomed and embraced by the blacksmiths.
B) Seen as a potential threat or unwelcome guest.
C) He is respected and admired for his rugged appearance.
D) Considered a valuable addition to the community.
7. The phrase “dripping with perspiration” evokes a sense of:
A) Discomfort and exhaustion.
B) Cleanliness and hygiene.
C) Excitement and anticipation.
D) Elegance and refinement.
8. The passage’s mention of the ironmaster’s “nightly rounds of inspection” implies that he is:
A) A diligent and hands-on leader.
B) Paranoid and suspicious of his workers.
C) Indifferent to the operations of the forge.
D) Hesitant to engage with his employees.
9. The depiction of the man’s realisation that he had become ensnared in his trap aligns with the literary theme of
A) Transformation and growth.
B) Betrayal and deception.
C) Redemption and forgiveness.
D) Despair and hopelessness.
10. The phrase “a bunch of rattraps dangling on his chest” symbolises the man’s:
A) Resourcefulness and ingenuity.
B) Susceptibility to temptation and greed.
C) Desire to catch animals for sustenance.
D) Willingness to help others in need.
11. The passage’s portrayal of the forest as “an impenetrable prison” suggests that the man feels:
A) Overwhelmed by the natural world.
B) Trapped by his thoughts and actions.
C) Invigorated by the challenge of survival.
D) Comforted by the solitude of nature.
12. The phrase “black from all the coal dust which sifted down from the big charcoal crates” creates an image of
A) Cleanliness and purity.
B) Industrial pollution and grime.
C) Natural beauty and serenity.
D) Efficiency and productivity.
13. The description of the forge’s atmosphere with sounds like “the big bellows groaned and the burning coal cracked” contributes to the overall mood of
A) Tranquillity and peace.
B) Chaos and disorder.
C) Comfort and warmth.
D) Isolation and loneliness.
14. The portrayal of the crofter’s cow as “extraordinary” for its ability to produce milk daily suggests the theme of
A) Perseverance and resilience.
B) The value of hard work and dedication.
C) The beauty of simplicity and nature.
D) The unpredictability of life and fortune.
15. The phrase “he felt quite pleased with his smartness” reveals the man’s
A) Confidence and self-assurance.
B) Guilt and remorse.
C) Frustration and anger.
D) Vulnerability and insecurity.
16. The description of the man smashing a pane and stealing the money from the crofter’s pouch exemplifies the theme of
A) Trust and betrayal.
B) Generosity and kindness.
C) Perseverance and determination.
D) Redemption and forgiveness.
17. The phrase “long lines of heavily loaded barges and scows slid down the canal” creates an image of
A) Peaceful and idyllic scenery.
B) Bustling and industrious activity.
C) Environmental degradation and pollution.
D) Historical and cultural significance.
18. The depiction of the man feeling “gloom and despair” as darkness descended over the forest contributes to the atmosphere of:
A) Hopelessness and desperation.
B) Serenity and tranquillity.
C) Anticipation and excitement.
D) Determination and resolve.
19. The description of the man realising that he had been “caught in the dangerous snare” aligns with the theme of
A) Resilience and perseverance.
B) The consequences of greed and deception.
C) The importance of trust and friendship.
D) The inevitability of fate and destiny.
20. The portrayal of the old man’s hospitality toward the vagabond reflects the theme of
A) Isolation and loneliness.
B) The power of human connection and kindness.
C) The impact of poverty and desperation.
D) The struggle for survival in harsh conditions.
21. The phrase “the whole forest, with its trunks and branches, its thickets and fallen logs, closed in upon him like an impenetrable prison” employs the literary device of
A) Simile.
B) Metaphor.
C) Personification.
D) Hyperbole.
22. The depiction of the man hearing “a hard regular thumping” and realising it was “the hammer strokes from an iron mill” symbolises
A) The promise of salvation and redemption.
B) The resilience and strength of the human spirit.
C) The contrast between civilisation and wilderness.
D) The inevitability of industrial progress.
23. The phrase “the fire boy shovelled charcoal into the maw of the furnace with a great deal of clatter” contributes to the atmosphere of:
A) Serenity and calmness.
B) Chaos and noise.
C) Isolation and solitude.
D) Anticipation and excitement.
24. The portrayal of the ironmaster making “nightly rounds of inspection” suggests that he is:
A) Vigilant and diligent in overseeing his business.
B) Distrustful and suspicious of his workers.
C) Indifferent to the daily operations of the forge.
D) Overwhelmed by the demands of his position.
25. The description of the man’s realisation that he had fallen into his trap echoes the theme of
A) Betrayal and deception.
B) Redemption and forgiveness.
C) The consequences of greed and selfishness.
D) The inevitability of fate and destiny.
26. The phrase “hunger gleamed in his eyes” exemplifies
A) Personification.
B) Hyperbole.
C) Metaphor.
D) Imagery.
27. Which literary device does the phrase “the crofter was in a hurry to milk his cow” contain?
A) Personification
B) Alliteration
C) Hyperbole
D) Irony
28. The phrase “dripping with perspiration” is an example of
A) Onomatopoeia.
B) Alliteration.
C) Imagery.
D) Irony.
29. The description of the forge with “the big bellows groaned, and the burning coal cracked” is an example of
A) Onomatopoeia.
B) Metaphor.
C) Alliteration.
D) Hyperbole.
30. The description of the ironmaster making “nightly rounds of inspection” reflects the literary device of
A) Foreshadowing.
B) Imagery.
C) Characterisation.
D) Symbolism.
Answers- Set VII:
- B) Irony.
- B) Kindness and compassion.
- B) Sensed danger lurking nearby.
- A) Foreboding and suspense.
- A) Emphasise their poverty and simplicity.
- B) Seen as a potential threat or unwelcome guest.
- B) Discomfort and exhaustion.
- A) A diligent and hands-on leader.
- B) The consequences of greed and deception.
- B) Susceptibility to temptation and greed.
- B) Trapped by his thoughts and actions.
- B) Industrial pollution and grime.
- B) Chaos and disorder.
- B) The value of hard work and dedication.
- A) Confidence and self-assurance.
- A) Trust and betrayal.
- B) Bustling and industrious activity.
- A) Hopelessness and desperation.
- B) The consequences of greed and deception.
- B) The power of human connection and kindness.
- B) Metaphor.
- C) The contrast between civilisation and wilderness.
- B) Chaos and noise.
- A) Vigilant and diligent in overseeing his business.
- B) The inevitability of fate and destiny.
- D) Imagery.
- D) Irony.
- C) Imagery.
- A) Onomatopoeia.
- D) Symbolism.
