Short Answer Questions
Q1: Who is the ghost in "The Canterville Ghost"?
Ans: Sir Simon de Canterville.
Q2: What is the Otis family's reaction when Lord Canterville warns them about the haunted castle?
Ans: They dismiss the idea of ghosts, stating that they come from a modern country, America, where they don't believe in ghosts.
Q3: What is the bloodstain on the rug, and who caused it?
Ans: The bloodstain is from Elanore de Canterville, who was murdered by Sir Simon de Canterville about 300 years ago.
Q4: How do Lewis and Clark plan to catch the ghost?
Ans: They plan to camp out in the library, armed with pillows, and wait for the ghost to appear.
Q5: Why does Sir Simon decide to evict the Otis family?
Ans: Sir Simon is upset about the Otis family's actions, including removing his family's portraits and the bloodstain. He wants to get rid of them.
Long Answer Questions
Q1: Describe the Otis family's initial reaction to the haunted castle.
Ans: The Otis family, particularly Mr. Otis, dismisses the idea of ghosts despite Lord Canterville's warning. They confidently decide to buy the castle, including the ghost, and express their disbelief in ghosts, stating that they come from a modern country, America.
Q2: Explain the events that lead to the first haunting by Sir Simon.
Ans: Sir Simon is upset about the Otis family removing his family's portraits and the bloodstain. In retaliation, he replenishes the bloodstain and makes haunting noises. Lewis and Clark attempt to catch him using pillows, but Sir Simon escapes, vowing to evict the Otis family.
Q3: How do Lewis and Clark try to scare Sir Simon, and what is the outcome?
Ans: Lewis and Clark set up a plan with pillows to catch Sir Simon. When they encounter him, they throw pillows at him, scaring him. However, Sir Simon vows revenge and decides to seek help from another "ghost."
Q4: What prompts the Otis family to consider charging rent to Sir Simon?
Ans: The Otis family decides to charge rent to Sir Simon as a response to his haunting. They leave a bill and rental terms, attempting to turn the tables and make money off the ghost's presence.
Q5: How does the story conclude with Virginia and Sir Simon?
Ans: Virginia, feeling compassion for Sir Simon, spends time with him. Sir Simon reveals his loneliness and tiredness. Virginia helps him find peace, and before dying, Sir Simon gives her a box of jewels. The Otis family discovers the stain is gone, and they find Virginia safe with the jewels, bringing a positive resolution to the haunting.
