Five-Twenty Overview Quiz

What is the significance of the title 'Five-Twenty' in Patrick White's short story?

Question Answer Choices Ella takes her evening walk at 5:20. The Natwicks have dinner at 5:20 every evening. Royal's favorite radio show airs at 5:20. The man in the pink Holden always passes the Natwicks at 5:20.

What is the setting of 'Five-Twenty'?

Question Answer Choices Sydney, Australia Melbourne, Australia London, England New York, USA

What do the Natwicks do when the weather allows?

Question Answer Choices They work in their garden. They go for a walk in the park. They visit their neighbors. They sit on their front veranda watching traffic.

What is one of the main subjects in 'Five-Twenty'?

Question Answer Choices Romance Friendship Adventure Obsession

What does Ella do when the man with the harelip dies in her garden?

Question Answer Choices She bombards him with affectionate kisses and words. She runs to her neighbor for help. She calls for an ambulance. She sits silently beside him.

In which decade is 'Five-Twenty' set?

Question Answer Choices The 1950s The 1960s The 1970s The 1980s

Who are the main characters in 'Five-Twenty'?

Question Answer Choices Ella Natwick, Royal Natwick, An unnamed older man Ella Natwick, Royal Natwick, John Doe Ella Natwick, Royal Natwick, An unnamed younger man Ella Natwick, Royal Natwick, Patrick White

Who is the author of 'Five-Twenty'?

Question Answer Choices Patrick White Harper Lee John Steinbeck F. Scott Fitzgerald

What genre does 'Five-Twenty' belong to?

Question Answer Choices Fantasy fiction Historical fiction Science fiction Psychological fiction

What does the doctor give Ella after Royal dies?

Question Answer Choices He gives her pills. He gives her a pet. He gives her a new wheelchair. He gives her a book.