The Story of Esther

Question 1

15. How does foreshadowing appear in Esther’s decision to approach the king?

Accepted Answer

It suggests her action will lead to the salvation of her people

Question 2

5. How did Queen Vashti respond to the king’s command?

Accepted Answer

She refused to come

Question 3

6. In Chapter Two, what does the term “harem” refer to?

Accepted Answer

The group of women selected for the king

Question 4

4. Why did King Ahasuerus order Queen Vashti to appear before him?

Accepted Answer

So that all the men could admire her beauty

Question 5

11. In Chapter Three, what motivated Haman’s proposal to destroy the Jews?

Accepted Answer

A personal grudge against Mordecai and his people

Question 6

13. Which event in Chapter Three is an example of rising action?

Accepted Answer

Haman’s plot against the Jews

Question 7

17. What underlying theme is demonstrated by the conflict between Mordecai and Haman?

Accepted Answer

The struggle between good and evil

Question 8

19.Illustrated by the sequence of events leading up to Esther’s decision to approach the king?

Accepted Answer

A rising conflict that builds tension

Question 9

3. The vivid description of the palace decorations is an example of which literary device?

Accepted Answer

Imagery

Question 10

10. What was the purpose of the beauty treatments given to the girls in the harem?

Accepted Answer

To enhance their appearance for the king

Question 11

18. How does the detailed description of the palace enhance the narrative?

Accepted Answer

It emphasizes the opulence and grandeur of the empire

Question 12

16. In Chapter Four, what does Esther ask of the Jews in Shushan?

Accepted Answer

To fast for three days

Question 13

2. In Chapter One, the word “revelry” most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

A lively celebration

Question 14

8. Mordecai’s refusal to bow to Haman demonstrates which character trait?

Accepted Answer

Loyalty to his faith and principles

Question 15

14. What is the effect of the king’s decree that every man should rule his own home?

Accepted Answer

It reinforces traditional gender roles

Question 16

What does the grand celebration at Shushan Palace in Chapter One illustrate?

Accepted Answer

The power and wealth of King Ahasuerus

Question 17

12. The act of Mordecai tearing his clothes and donning sackcloth and ashes is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Symbolism

Question 18

7. What does “exiled” mean as used in relation to Mordecai?

Accepted Answer

Banished from his homeland

Question 19

9. In Chapter Two, what is the relationship between Mordecai and Esther?

Accepted Answer

Cousins, with Mordecai adopting her

Question 20

20. Esther’s statement, “if I perish,” primarily demonstrates:

Accepted Answer

Her courage and self-sacrifice

Questions 20