Impact of Divorce on Children

What was Peter's initial reaction when asked about the last time he saw his dad?

• He immediately answered the question.

• He looked blankly and became confused.

• He smiled and talked about his dad.

• He ignored the question.

Answer explanation

Peter's initial reaction was confusion, as he looked blankly when asked about the last time he saw his dad. This indicates he was not able to recall the moment clearly, making 'He looked blankly and became confused' the correct choice.

What event seemed to trigger Peter's emotional response during the interview?

• A loud thunderstorm.

• A police car passing by with its siren on.

• A dog barking nearby.

• A phone ringing.

Answer explanation

Peter's emotional response was triggered by the police car passing by with its siren on, which likely evoked strong feelings or memories related to authority or past experiences.

How long did Peter sob after being reminded of his father?

• 10 minutes

• 20 minutes

• 35 minutes

• 50 minutes

Answer explanation

Peter sobbed for 35 minutes after being reminded of his father, which is the correct answer. The other options of 10, 20, and 50 minutes do not match the duration specified in the context.

According to the passage, how often did Peter see his father after the separation?

• Every week

• Once a month

• Once every few months

• Every day

Answer explanation

The passage indicates that after the separation, Peter saw his father 'once every few months,' making this the correct choice. The other options suggest more frequent visits, which are not supported by the text.

What does conventional wisdom suggest about the effects of divorce on children?

• Children are usually unaffected by divorce.

• Children are usually devastated by divorce.

• Children become more independent after divorce.

• Children are happier after divorce.

What feelings do children often experience due to their parents' divorce, as mentioned in the passage?

• Joy and relief

• Confusion and grief

• Excitement and curiosity

• Indifference and apathy

What fear do children often have regarding their parents' divorce?

• That they will have to move to a new city.

• That they will have to change schools.

• That the divorce was somehow their fault.

• That they will get more attention from both parents.

What role did Peter's father have, as mentioned in the passage?

• Teacher

• Doctor

• Police officer

• Lawyer

What is the primary focus of the passage?

• The financial impact of divorce on families.

• The effects of divorce on children.

• The legal process of divorce.

• The benefits of divorce for parents.

What is the source of the passage's information about Peter's experience?

• A fictional story

• A scientific experiment

• An interview

• A newspaper article