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Morley CallaghanAll the Years of Her Life
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1936A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
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Multiple Choice
1. What is the main conflict in “All the Years of Her Life”?
A) Alfred’s struggle with his father
B) Alfred being caught shoplifting
C) Alfred’s disagreement with his mother
D) Alfred wanting to leave home
2. How does Alfred’s perception of his mother change throughout the story?
A) He realizes she is not cruel but kind.
B) He grows to resent her actions.
C) He gains a deeper appreciation for her.
D) He becomes indifferent toward her.
3. What is the significance of the drugstore in the story?
A) It is a symbol of freedom and independence for Alfred.
B) It represents a place of comfort and security for Alfred.
C) It serves as a catalyst for Alfred’s transformation.
D) It is a setting for social interactions between Alfred and his friends.
4. How does Alfred’s mother respond when she learns about his theft?
A) She scolds him harshly in a performance for Mr. Carr.
B) She forgives him immediately and forgets about it.
C) She ignores the issue and pretends nothing happened.
D) She feels disappointed but helps him anyway.
5. What does the story suggest about the nature of maturity?
A) Maturity is achieved by conforming to societal expectations.
B) Maturity comes with age and experience.
