All Summer in a Day: Pages 3-4

Why are Margot's parent's considering moving back to Earth, despite the thousands of dollars they would lose?

• Because of how badly Margot is being bullied

• Because the weather is affecting Margot, not only socially, but mentally

• Because Margot's parent's are struggling to adjust to Venus

Why does William say that nothing is happening today?

• Because he knows that by telling Margot the sun isn't actually coming out, it will upset her since it's the only thing she wants

• Because he truly believes that the scientists are lying since he's never actually seen the sun himself

• Because he wants to convince his classmates that the sun doesn't actually exist

Why do the children lock Margot in a closet?

• Because they are playing hide and seek

• Because they want to get Margot in trouble with the teacher for going missing

• Because the children are jealous and dislike her for being different, they lock her up so she'll miss the sun

How is Venus different when it is not raining?

• It's dry, hot, and desert-like

• It's quiet, bright, and warm like summertime

• Everything is damp, with lots of puddles to splash in

Based on the children's reactions, what can you conclude about their experience of sunlight without rain?

• They didn't see what the big deal was or why Margot missed the sun so much

• They loved it and couldn't wait to experience the sunshine to it's fullest

• They hated it because it burned their arms