"The Ransom of Red Chief"
The Ransom of Red Chief Quiz
Test your knowledge of O. Henry's classic short story, "The Ransom of Red Chief." This engaging quiz covers key characters, plot points, and themes, designed for readers who want to deepen their understanding of this humorous tale.
With 12 thought-provoking questions, you'll discover:
- The setting of the story
- Character motivations
- Examples of irony in the plot
Where does this story take place?
Omaha Nebraska
Summit Alabama
Burlington Vermont
Cheyenne Wyoming
Who are the characters in this story?
Johnny, Mrs. Dorset, Sam, John
Red Chief, Sam, Bill
Sam, Bill, Johnny, Mr. Dorset
Peter, John, Sam, Bill
Who is telling this story?
Bill
Mr. Dorset
Johnny
Sam
What was Johnny doing when they first met him?
Throwing rocks at a squirrel
Climbing a tree
Throwing rocks at a kitten
Walking down the street carrying a knife
Which is an example of dramatic irony?
Bill doesn't know Johnny has followed him back to camp
Mr. Dorset asks for money to return his son
Sam and Bill decide to kidnap Johnny with a $2,000 ransom
Summit is as flat as a pancake
When Johnny is taken to the cave how does he act?
He is scared and begs to go home
He is excited and wants to play games
He is angry and starts punching Bill
He is worried that he might be killed
What is Johnny's nick-name?
Red Crow
Red King
Red Snake
Red Chief
Who is Old Hank?
Sam
Johnny
Bill
Mr. Dorset
What game does Johnny want Bill to play?
Black Scout
Eagle Scout
Hide and seek
Cowboys & Indians
How to Sam & Bill sign their letter to Mr. Dorset?
Sam & Bill
Two Desperate Men
William & Samuel
Snake eye & Old Hank
What was one way Johnny tormented Bill?
He spit on him
He kicked him in the face while he slept
He threw a brick at him
He scalped him
How did Mr. Dorset feel about Johnny coming home?
Happy to have his son home
He didn't want neighbors to know so he told them to come at night
He was looking forward to collecting $250
He was afraid of his son but knew it was the right thing to do
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