Exploring Chapters 1-4 of Thunder

What is the setting of the story in the first chapter?

• A bustling city during the late 19th century.

• A remote village in the 21st century.

• An abandoned factory in the mid-20th century.

• The setting is a small town during the early 20th century.

Who is the main character introduced in the early chapters?

• The antagonist

• A supporting character

• The protagonist

• The narrator

Describe the relationship between Cassie and her brothers.

• Cassie often competes with her brothers for attention.

• Cassie is estranged from her brothers and rarely sees them.

• Cassie has a distant and indifferent relationship with her brothers.

• Cassie has a protective and caring relationship with her brothers.

What event causes tension between the Logan family and the school?

• The Logans' disagreement with the school's dress code.

• A school sports event that the Logans were excluded from.

• Discriminatory school policies affecting the Logan children.

• The Logans' financial struggles with the school fees.

How does the author portray the theme of racism in these chapters?

• The author ignores racism entirely in these chapters.

• The theme of racism is presented as a positive aspect of society.

• The author portrays racism through character interactions and societal norms that reflect prejudice and its impact.

• Racism is depicted solely through the setting and environment.

What significant item does Cassie receive from her mother?

• a new phone

• a piece of jewelry

• a book of recipes

• a family heirloom

How do the children react to the injustices they witness?

• Children ignore the injustices and continue playing.

• Children feel indifferent and do not react at all.

• Children laugh and find the situation amusing.

• Children react with emotions like anger and sadness, and may seek to understand or take action.

What role does the land play in the Logan family's identity?

• The land has no significance to the Logan family's identity.

• The land is a source of conflict among family members.

• The land symbolizes the Logan family's heritage, resilience, and connection to their identity.

• The land represents the Logan family's financial success.

Identify a key conflict introduced in these chapters.

• The conflict between wealth and poverty.

• The conflict between family loyalty and personal freedom.

• The conflict between friendship and rivalry.

• The conflict between tradition and innovation.

How does the narrative style contribute to the story's themes?

• The narrative style has no impact on the themes.

• The narrative style is irrelevant to the story's message.

• The narrative style deepens emotional engagement and highlights key themes.

• The narrative style only serves to confuse the reader.