"April Showers" by Edith Wharton Quiz and Answer Key

Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story “April Showers” by Edith Wharton. The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the text. An answer key and copy of the narrative are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot:

• Point of view
• The protagonist’s pseudonym
• The protagonist’s self-image
• Why the protagonist feels guilty
• Uncle James’ passion
• Uncle James’ perception of female writers
• The profession of the protagonist’s father
• The significance of Kathleen Kyd
• The protagonist’s socialization (or lack thereof)
• The reason for a trip to Boston
• The father’s revelation
• And more