"A Mild Attack of Locusts" by Doris Lessing Quiz

Save time and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “A Mild Attack of Locusts,” a short story by Doris Lessing. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, this multiple choice assessment makes it easier to quickly and efficiently gather data on student recall and reading habits. An answer key is provided.

By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot:

• Richard’s relation to Margaret
• Stephen’s relation to Margaret
• Margaret’s personal background
• Socioeconomics
• The frequency with which locusts appear
• Methods used to combat the locusts
• The threat posed by female locusts
• Margaret’s concern for Stephen
• An act of Stephen’s that temporarily lifts Margaret’s spirits
• Margaret’s imagination
• Topics of discussion between Richard and Stephen
• Stephen’s past experiences with locust swarms
• Margaret’s self-perception