The Chaser - Key Themes Quiz

In "The Chaser," what does the old man suggest will happen to Alan in the future?

Question Answer Choices The old man suggests that Alan will forget about Diana and move on. The old man suggests that Alan will become rich and famous. The old man suggests that Alan will return to buy a poison to undo the effects of the love potion. The old man suggests that Alan will live happily ever after with Diana.

What does the old man say to Alan Austen when he leaves with the love potion?

Question Answer Choices "Goodbye" "Au revoir" "See you soon" "Take care"

Why is the third-person objective point of view significant in "The Chaser"?

Question Answer Choices It emphasizes the love potion's effects. It creates a sense of mystery about the shop. It reveals the inner thoughts of the characters. It allows the story to read like a play and keeps the focus on the old man.

In "The Chaser," why does the old man say young people who need a love potion very seldom have five thousand dollars?

Question Answer Choices Young people often lack the patience to save up such a large amount of money. Young people are typically more focused on their careers and education than on finding love. If young people had a lot of money, they wouldn't need a love potion to make someone fall in love with them. Young people are generally more interested in adventure and excitement than in spending money on love.

What is the old man's view on love in "The Chaser"?

Question Answer Choices The old man thinks that love is a magical and unbreakable bond. The old man views love as a fleeting and insignificant emotion. The old man is cynical and suggests that love is treated as a transaction rather than a sacrament. The old man believes that love is the most important thing in life.

Why is the life cleaner more expensive than the love potion in "The Chaser"?

Question Answer Choices It requires a complex and lengthy preparation process. It is in higher demand than the love potion. It is made from rare and exotic ingredients. It is illegal and highly valuable.

What point of view is used in "The Chaser"?

Question Answer Choices First-person Third-person objective Second-person Third-person omniscient

What does the old man in "The Chaser" sell?

Question Answer Choices Antique furniture Exotic spices Magic potions Rare books

What does the old man warn Alan about the love potion's effect on Diana?

Question Answer Choices She will want to know all you do. She will lose interest in you. She will become very distant. She will become very angry.

How much does the love potion cost in "The Chaser"?

Question Answer Choices Ten dollars Fifty cents A dollar Five dollars