Ghost Stories Quiz: The Real McCoy
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What does Gordon think about the ghost story?

  • He thinks it makes the hotel more interesting. (correct)
  • He is scared of the ghost.
  • He wants to see the ghost.
  • He believes it is true.

Fiona believes that Lord McCoy's ghost walks every night.

True (A)

What did the friends look at that made them discuss the ghost?

A picture of Lord McCoy

Gordon decides to sleep in Lord McCoy's __________.

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Match the characters with their statements:

<p>Gordon = Thinks the ghost story is a stupid story for visitors Fiona = Believes in the ghost's presence Heather = Questions if Gordon is scared Duncan = Challenges Gordon to spend the night in the bedroom</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the emotional expression of Lord McCoy in his portrait?

<p>Angry (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The friends thought Lord McCoy was known for his happy life.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did they find in the dark room besides the bed?

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What was Gordon dreaming about in his sleep?

<p>Lord McCoy laughing with a sword (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Duncan woke up Gordon to show him the prank.

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Who did Gordon think was locking the door?

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Gordon remembered the face of Lord McCoy in the __________.

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Match the characters with their actions:

<p>Gordon = Woke up scared Duncan = Played a prank Fiona = Wanted to join the fun Heather = Laughed at the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feelings did Gordon experience when he first woke up?

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Heather was the first to wake up when Duncan tried to prank Gordon.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The room was __________ and dark when Gordon was in it.

<p>cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are Fiona and her friends staying?

<p>A hotel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gordon sleeps very well in Lord McCoy's bedroom.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Duncan claim about his actions in Gordon's bedroom?

<p>He claimed he did not enter Gordon's bedroom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ghost in the story is known as 'the ______ McCoy'.

<p>real</p> Signup and view all the answers

What item was found under Lord McCoy's picture?

<p>A sword (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lord McCoy's picture changes after Gordon visits.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When he had the bad ______, he wanted to scream.

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Flashcards

Lord McCoy's ghost

A ghost of a man, part of Scottish legend, reputed to haunt the hotel.

Gordon's Challenge

Gordon decides to sleep in the room of Lord McCoy.

Scottish Kilt

A traditional skirt worn by Scottish men.

Scared Dream

A frightening dream filled with a perceived threat from a figure like Lord McCoy

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Spooky Noise

An unusual sound that causes fear and suspicion.

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Ghostly Belief

The belief that spirits can inhabit places after death.

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Fiona's Uncle's Hotel

The hotel where the story takes place; owned by Fiona's uncle

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Ghost Story

A tale about a supernatural presence, often not credible.

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Sudden Awakening

An abrupt transition from sleep to awareness.

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Gordon's Friends

Duncan, Fiona, and Heather. Companions of Gordon.

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Friend's Joke

Duncan's prank using a doorknob to startle Gordon.

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Old Castle

An ancient building; the setting of the story.

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Living Room

A central room in a house, where people hang out.

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Dream Sequence

A series of images or events that occurs during sleep.

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Closed Door

A door that's shut, often associated with isolation or security.

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Frighted Feeling

A feeling of fear and anxiety.

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Duncan's denial

Duncan denies being in Lord McCoy's room at 1:00 AM, claiming he heard noise downstairs instead.

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Gordon's accusation

Gordon accuses Duncan of entering his room and chasing him with a sword.

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Invisible sword

Lord McCoy's sword appears and disappears in Lord McCoy's picture, fueling suspicion and the idea that it was a ghost.

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Gordon's escape

Gordon escapes Lord McCoy's room, pursued by a ghostly presence.

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Lord McCoy's true form

Gordon deduces that a ghost was indeed Lord McCoy.

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Ghostly smile

Lord McCoy, in ghost form, has a cold and dark smile.

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Gordon's fear

Gordon expresses fear and anxiety during the chase by a ghost.

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True identity of the ghost

The ghost is revealed to be Lord McCoy.

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Study Notes

Book Title and Author

  • Title: THE REAL MCCOY & OTHER GHOST STORIES
  • Author: LESLEY THOMPSON

Before Reading

  • Pictures of ghosts in the book
    • Ghost of an astronaut
    • Australian ghost
    • Ghost of an animal
    • Scottish ghost
    • A bus-driving ghost
    • Ghost of a grandfather

What do the ghosts do?

  • Buy things in a supermarket
  • Send messages on a computer
  • Throw things onto the floor
  • Sit in a garden
  • Run after people with a sword
  • Drive a plane

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Test your knowledge on 'The Real McCoy & Other Ghost Stories' by Lesley Thompson. This quiz covers various ghost characters and their amusing antics, including their unique actions and characteristics. Dive into the supernatural with fun scenarios and see how much you remember!

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