Short Story Questions: Corky and His Fiancée

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What did the lady carry with her?

  • A crocodile
  • Nothing is mentioned (correct)
  • Her fear
  • A dentist

What did the dentist do in fear?

  • Ran away from the crocodile
  • The text does not mention a dentist (correct)
  • Performed a dental procedure
  • Hid from the lady

Why did the lady say that the crocodile was harmless?

  • She wanted to keep it as a pet
  • She was trying to calm someone down
  • The text does not mention a crocodile (correct)
  • The crocodile was her friend

What was Corky's concern regarding his uncle?

<p>His uncle's reaction to his engagement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Corky want Wooster to do?

<p>Suggest a way to break the news to his uncle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Muriel Singer appear to Wooster?

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

What is Jeeves' most notable characteristic based on the text?

<p>His dark, shrewd face (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does 'pig-headed' mean?

<p>Stubborn nature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'nip' refer to in the text?

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

Based on the text, who could be considered a 'theosophist'?

<p>A member of a well-known religious movement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Jeeves' intelligence from the text?

<p>He quickly comes up with solutions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was Wooster's proposed solution to the problem?

<p>To leave the matter in Jeeves' capable hands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is implied about Jeeves' manner of entering a room?

<p>He enters silently and unnoticed, like a phantom (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason given for Wooster's cousin's inability to 'work the thing himself'?

<p>He had consumed meat slaughtered in anger during his childhood (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect did Jeeves' presence have on Wooster?

<p>It filled Wooster with a sense of confidence and relief (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested about Wooster's uncle's character?

<p>He is stubborn and resistant to change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the implied meaning of the phrase 'strain the old bean' in the context of the passage?

<p>To think hard or concentrate intently (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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