Reading Check and Short Answer questions on key plot points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

Part 1, Chapters 1-36

Reading Check

1. How does Paul come to be in the company of Annie Wilkes?

2.  What pill does Annie give Paul?

3. Why does Annie force Paul to swallow his pills with soapy water?

4. Why does Annie become violent with Paul after reading his new Misery book?

5. What two presents does Annie give to Paul?

6. What does Annie tell Paul she expects him to do with the gifts?

7. How does Paul convince Annie to leave the house?

8. What clues does Paul leave that could reveal he left his room while Annie was away?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. Why does Annie give Paul pills?

2. Why does Paul begin flattering Annie?

Paired Resource

“Codeine”

• This article describes codeine (the main ingredient in the fictional medication Novril), its typical uses, and the dangers of taking it for extended periods of time.

What is codeine? What is it often used for? Why might codeine become dangerous? How are the side effects of codeine connected to the novel’s themes of Drug Addiction and Captivity?