The Turn of the Screw — Questions and answers
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According to Mrs. Grose, who was the man with red hair the governess had seen at Bly?
Choices
- Miles's former tutor, Mr. Smith.
- The previous gardener, Mr. Davies.
- Peter Quint, the master's valet. ✓
- A distant relative of the family, Mr. Johnson.
Answer: Peter Quint, the master's valet.
From page 5
Where did the governess encounter Peter Quint one night in the house?
Choices
- He was standing on a landing of the grand staircase. ✓
- He was peering through the dining-room window.
- He was sitting in the master's study.
- He was hiding behind a curtain in the drawing-room.
Answer: He was standing on a landing of the grand staircase.
From page 6
How did Flora react when the governess confronted her about seeing Miss Jessel by the lake?
Choices
- Flora ran away from the governess and hid in the woods.
- Flora calmly explained that she saw nothing unusual.
- Flora admitted to seeing Miss Jessel and apologized.
- Flora screamed, denied seeing anyone, and became violently ill. ✓
Answer: Flora screamed, denied seeing anyone, and became violently ill.
From page 7
Why did Mrs. Grose decide to take Flora away from Bly?
Choices
- Flora was gravely ill and the house was deemed unsafe. ✓
- Mrs. Grose believed Flora needed a change of scenery.
- The governess requested that Flora be removed from the house.
- Flora had received an invitation to stay with her uncle in London.
Answer: Flora was gravely ill and the house was deemed unsafe.
From page 8
What did the governess see at the window at Bly while questioning Miles during dinner?
Choices
- Mrs. Grose, returning from London with Flora.
- A gardener, working in the twilight.
- Peter Quint, with his pale face pressed against the glass. ✓
- A stray dog, looking for food.
Answer: Peter Quint, with his pale face pressed against the glass.
From page 9
What was the final outcome for Miles after he shrieked Peter Quint's name?
Choices
- His heart stopped, and he died. ✓
- He immediately recovered from his illness.
- He ran away from the house and was never seen again.
- He was able to see his uncle in London.
Answer: His heart stopped, and he died.
From page 10