ICSE Class 10 The Elevator — William Sleator — Mock Test (2027)

Free online mock test for The Elevator — William Sleator (ICSE Class 10 English Literature) — 20 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.

Sample questions

1. 1.Rearrange the statements to match the actual flow of events: 1. Martin is reluctant to mention the fat lady to his father. 2. Martin finally tells his father about her. 3. His father dismisses the story, implying Martin's fear is baseless. 4. Martin worries she knows he lives on seventeen.
   • A.1, 4, 2, 3
   • B.4, 1, 3, 2
   • C.1, 2, 3, 4
   • D.2, 1, 4, 3
2. 2.Decide the correct sequence of these parts from the story: 1. She stares at him on that morning ride. 2. Martin tries to guess if she is merely visiting someone. 3. Martin encounters her again on the third floor. 4. He wonders why she travels to the top floor.
   • A.2, 1, 3, 4
   • B.1, 2, 3, 4
   • C.1, 3, 2, 4
   • D.3, 4, 1, 2
3. 3.What does Martin most likely fear the fat lady might do?
   • A.Offer him food
   • B.Insult his father
   • C.Harm him when they're alone
   • D.Give him some unwanted gifts
4. 4.Martin felt trapped when the fat lady pressed
   • A.the Stop button
   • B.the first floor
   • C.the lobby bell
   • D.the alarm system
5. 5.Select the correct progression of the story from these four statements: 1. Father trivializes Martin's fear by calling her just an old lady. 2. He then reproaches Martin. 3. Martin struggles not to cry. 4. Martin hides away in his room.
   • A.4, 3, 2, 1
   • B.1, 2, 3, 4
   • C.2, 3, 4, 1
   • D.2, 1, 4, 3