House Taken Over - Test Review

How are the houses in both stories similar?

What do the narrator and his sister do when the invaders take over the house?

How many suitors did Irene turn down?

n. entrance room

How much did the narrator leave in the wardrobe in his bedroom?

"FOH" vividly depicts frightening events, while "HTO" calmly depicts a growing threat.

Which of the following actions show that the narrator and his sister are afraid?

What is the narrator's reaction when the back part of the house is taken over?

House Taken Over is an example of . . .

adj. not well-known

Which year was the story written?

adj. remote; set back

adj. difficult to hear because something is covering and softening the sound

When the siblings leave all of their possessions, what does this show about the "invader"?

What is the mood of the story?

Prep. phrase: The mood at the party had not changed; then suddenly the visitors were gone.

adj. large; roomy

"FOH" calmly depicts terrifying events while "HTO" dramatically depicts terrifying events

Which of the following words best fits the narrative tone of the story that contributes to Magical Realism?

What is "realistic" about the story?

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Magical Realism?

What is one of the main themes of the story?

Which of the following themes best apply to this story?

I.D. the Preposition: The man's thoughtful and pained expression conveyed a look of worry.

"FOH" portrays realistic characters while "HTO" portrays characters who seem unreal

Which activity is enjoyed by the narrator?

Which activity is enjoyed by Irene?

Obj. of Prep: She sat by the fire knitting scarves and humming a song.

adj. not spoken out loud or expressed