25 Questions
What did the elderly people overcome?
Fear of death
What were the elderly people doing during the evacuation?
Escorting their great-grandchildren
Why did the children not want to accept the truth?
Because they did not want to accept that big trees can fall
What is the metaphorical meaning of the 'big tree' in the passage?
The grandparents' strength
What is the idea that the passage is trying to convey?
That elderly people can overcome many challenges
What is the characteristic of the most devoted people?
They are stubborn and persistent
Who are the most devoted people according to the text?
Old people
What happens when others leave?
The devoted people stay
What is the author's tone in the text?
Admiring
What is the main idea of the text?
The characteristics of devoted people
How do children and elderly people react to the destruction of their small world?
They react with similar emotions
What is the main difference between how children and elderly people react to the destruction of their small world?
The outcome of their reaction
What happens to children when they face the destruction of their small world?
They leave to live in uncertainty
What is the fate of elderly people when they face the destruction of their small world?
They die
What is the tone of the passage describing the reaction of children and elderly people to the destruction of their small world?
Sad and melancholic
What is the appearance of the grandparents described in the passage?
Wrinkled and bent
What do strong people know how to do?
Live by candlelight
What is the result of the grandparents' years of living on their land?
They have developed a strong root system
How do strong people warm themselves?
By burning firewood
What is the metaphorical meaning of the 'мощной корневой системой' in the passage?
Their deep emotional connection to their homeland
What do strong people use to treat a sore throat?
Streptocid
What is the effect of the grandparents' 'мертвой хваткой' on their home?
It has held their home and roots firmly in place
Where do strong people get their food from?
From their own garden
What is the overall tone of the passage?
Nostalgic and sentimental
What do strong people do with their food supplies?
Stretch it as far as possible
This quiz explores the common traits and behaviors associated with elderly people, including their stubbornness and determination. Take this quiz to learn more about the characteristics of seniors.
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