Fuzzy Mud
Short Stories I
Short Stories II
The Janitor's Boy
Random!
100

What is Fitzman’s reasoning for assuring that there is no cause for concern about the ergies escaping into the natural environment?

The ergies cannot be exposed to oxygen as it will result in their deaths.

100

In "After Twenty Years," how is the policeman described at the beginning?

impressive and stalwart

100

In “The Necklace,” how is Mathilde described at the beginning of the story?

pretty and charming

100

What is Jack’s special skill?

He has excellent eyesight.

100

The capital city of this country is Seoul. 

South Korea

200

What does Tamaya do when she hears the news of Chad’s disappearance?

She leaves the lunchroom to talk to Marshall.

200

In "After Twenty Years," according to the man in the overcoat, twenty years is enough to . . .

learn a valuable lesson

200

In “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” Puck is BEST known for his . . .

kindness towards the other fairies

200

What does the first key that Jack ‘borrows’ open?

the excavation room

200

In 1969, Buzz Aldrin made history as one of the first to men to __________.

Walk on the moon

300

Hundreds of people were infected, and one person died. True/ False

False

300

In “Sherlock Holmes: The Dead Coachman,” what are the Cunninghams searching for?

a large check

300

In “The Necklace,” why does Mathilde decide to conceal the truth about the lost necklace from Mme. Forestier?

Mathilde chooses to conceal the truth from Mme. Forestier because she decides to replace the necklace instead. She is worried that if she does not conceal the truth, she will be taken for a thief.

300

How does Jack’s dad overcome his traumatic experiences of war?

by speaking about his issues with family

300

Which language is the mostly widely spoken in South America?

Spanish

400

How is SunRay Farm described and what does the description tell you about it?

SunRay Farm is 33 miles from Woodbridge Academy. It has no animals, no green pastures, no crops. There are armed guards, electric fences, alarms, and security cameras. There are rows of giant storage tanks. The tanks are connected with underground pipes that lead to an underground laboratory. This suggests that SunRay farm is not your typical farm. It points to something dangerous and unusual.

400

In “After Twenty Years,” why is Bob waiting near a shut-down restaurant?

Before going their separate ways, Bob and Jimmy made an arrangement to dine at 'Big Joe' Brady's restaurant twenty years from now. Since they were raised in New York and grew up like brothers, they wanted to have a reunion. Their agreement was to meet no matter the conditions. Therefore, despite the restaurant being close, Bob is patiently waiting for his truest friend.

400

In “The Necklace,” what changes must Mathilde and Loisel make in their home life in order to repay the debt?

In order to repay the debt, Loisel and Mathilde have to dismiss the servants and change their apartment. Mathilde has to do her own housework which includes washing dishes, cleaning dirty linen, and taking out the trash.

400

What happens in second grade to make Jack ashamed of his father?

Jack becomes ashamed of his father in second grade because he begins to think that the job of a janitor is not prestigious. Growing up, he had always been proud of his father. Upon being asked what he wants to be when he grows up, he says that he wants to be a janitor, like his dad. However, the other students laugh and mock him, leaving Jack feeling embarrassed and ashamed.

400

_________ is a book of/collection of maps.

Atlas

500

Describe how Marshall’s algebra class is different without Chad in it.

Without Chad in class, Marshall is able to concentrate for the first time in weeks. Although he still does not dare to volunteer, when asked by his teacher, Marshall is able to solve the equations on the board. He feels his confidence growing. Nobody is mean; nobody sticks their leg out as he is walking to the front of the class. He is able to feel like himself again.

500

In “Sherlock Holmes: The Dead Coachman,” what evidence and techniques does Sherlock utilize to solve the murder?

Holmes solves the murder by using skillful observation techniques and searching for hidden clues. During his investigation he uncovering key evidence. For example, he finds the torn piece of paper by deducing where it might have logically been stored after the crime. He also inspects the note to uncover the fact that multiple people were involved, even determining that one perpetrator was older than the other.

500

In “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” what does Oberon do to fix Puck’s mistake?

Puck's makes a mistake when he applies the love potion to the wrong person, Lysander. He also uses the potion on Demetrius. Both men end up falling in love with Helena. Puck's error leads to problems due to the conflicts created between the characters. The characters experience feelings of hurt and confusion. 

To rectify Puck's mistake, Oberon instructs Puck to use the antidote of the magical flower to correct the romantic entanglement caused by the misapplied love potion. Oberon specifically directs Puck to apply the potion to the eyelids of the characters who are in love with the wrong person, ensuring that the chaos created by the initial mistake is resolved.

500

After reading Mr. Ackerby’s note, why does Jack’s mom think that anger is the wrong response?

Jack's mom knows that Jack hasn't vandalized the desk just for kicks. Helena thinks there is something else going on and it might have something to do with Jack's dad being the school janitor. Therefore, it would be wrong to punish Jack because he needs support in dealing with his emotions and thoughts.

500

There are 17,508 islands which belong to this country. It is one of the Asian countries. 

Indonesia