THE BET- Anton Chakhov
1. What triggers the banker's bet with the young lawyer in the story "The Bet"?
A. Banker's desire to prove wealth.
B. Conversation about capital punish-ment.
C. Lawyer's financial need.
D. Banker's wish for friendship.
Ans: B.
2. For how many years did the banker initially propose that the lawyer stay in solitary confinement?
A. 1 year.
B. 3 years.
C. 2 years.
D. 5 years.
Ans: D
3. Why did most of the guests at the evening party oppose capital punishment?
A. Because it is a form of revenge.
B. Because it is highly painful.
C. Because it is an outdated custom..
D. Because it kills instantly.
Ans: C
4. What was the tone of the banker's comment during supper after the bet was settled?
A. Seriously.
B. Jestful.
C. Angry.
D. Sad.
Ans: B.
5. How did the prisoner spend most of his time in the fifth year?
A. Reading books.
B. Writing letters.
C. Eating, drinking, and lying on his bed
D. Studying languages.
Ans: C.
6. How did the lawyer approach his reading during the last two years?
A. In a systematic and organized way.
B. In a haphazard and random way.
C. With a focus on only one subject.
D. With a focus on only one author.
Ans: B.
7. Why did the banker change his mind about killing the prisoner?
A. He felt sorry for the prisoner.
B. He was shocked by the prisoner's let-ter.
C. He realized he didn't need the money.
D. He was scared of getting caught.
Ans: B.
8. What time did the banker go to the law-yer's cell the day before his release from the cell?
A. At 3:00 a.m.
B. At 1:00 p.m.
C. At 12.00 p.m.
D. At 12:00 a.m.
Ans: A.
9. According to the lawyer, what did the banker batter heaven for?
A. Fame.
B. Power.
C. Earth.
D. Pride.
Ans: C.
10. What was the banker's argument in favour of capital punishment?
A. It is a deterrent to crime.
B. It is more humane than life imprison-ment.
C. It is a means of revenge
D. It is a fair punishment for heinous crimes.
Ans: B.
