10 Questions
What kind of view did Lencho have from the height where his house was located?
He could see the river and a field of ripe corn.
What did Lencho hope for regarding the weather throughout the morning?
A downpour or at least a shower.
Who was preparing supper while Lencho was observing the sky towards the north-east?
The woman.
What was mentioned as one possible purpose for sending money in the text?
Magazine subscription.
What were the three parts of the form mentioned in the text?
Money Order form, part for official use, Acknowledgement.
What did Lencho hope for?
That the hailstorm would bring him silver coins instead of destroying his crops.
Why did Lencho say the raindrops were like 'new coins'?
Because they appeared to be falling in different sizes, resembling different denominations of coins.
How did Lencho's fields change after the hailstorm?
The cornfield was totally destroyed, leaving no corn for that year’s harvest.
How did Lencho feel when the hail finally stopped?
He was filled with sadness as he realized that all his crops, especially the corn, were destroyed.
What was Lencho's single hope during the night after the storm?
That God would provide him with assistance in coping with the loss and overcoming hunger.
Test your understanding of the short story 'The House on the Hill' with this quiz. Explore themes, characters, and events in this atmospheric narrative.
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