The Story about a bus driver who wanted to be god

Which statement best expresses a central theme of the story?

• A) Rules should never be broken, no matter the circumstances.

• B) Compassion and flexibility can be more important than strict rules.

• C) People who are late do not deserve second chances.

• D) Success in life is determined by luck alone.

Which sentence from the story best supports the theme that kindness can come from unexpected places?

• This was the only reason why he’d never open the door.

• So when he saw Eddie from way up in his driver’s seat, kneeling on the asphalt, he simply couldn’t go through with it, and in spite of all his ideology and his simple arithmetic he opened the door.

• And even though the passengers were shouting and grumbling to get a move on, the driver waited for Eddie, and he didn’t touch the accelerator til Eddie was seated.

How does Eddie’s experience support the theme that life does not always go as planned?

• Eddie successfully wakes up on time and meets Happiness as expected.

• Eddie catches the bus, but when he arrives, he learns that Happiness never intended to meet him.

• Eddie decides to stop chasing buses altogether and becomes a bus driver.

• Eddie learns that being late is never a problem in life.

Which theme is reinforced by the bus driver’s decision at the end of the story?

• Sticking to rules is always the right choice.

• A small act of kindness can make a big difference.

• People should always expect disappointment.

• Following schedules is more important than helping others.

Which sentence should NOT be included in an objective summary of the story?

• Eddie frequently oversleeps and is always late for the bus.

• The bus driver believes in strict rules and refuses to let late passengers on.

• Eddie meets Happiness and they live happily ever after.

• The driver breaks his rule for Eddie, but Eddie’s meeting does not go as planned.

Which of the following is the best objective summary of the story?

• A bus driver refuses to open the door for late passengers due to his belief in fairness. Eddie, who is always late, runs to catch the bus for an important meeting. The driver, remembering his past dreams, makes an exception for Eddie. However, Eddie’s meeting does not go as planned.

• A bus driver who dreams of being God rules the city’s transportation system. When Eddie meets Happiness, he decides to change his entire life. Eddie gets to his meeting and finds love.

• Eddie, a bus driver, creates strict rules about picking up passengers. One day, he meets Happiness, and everything changes. He learns that following rules does not always lead to success.

• The bus driver hates his job, and Eddie has no motivation. When Eddie finally decides to take control of his life, he becomes a bus driver himself.

How does the bus driver’s perspective on fairness change throughout the story?

• He starts with strict beliefs but ultimately chooses compassion over rules.

• He believes that fairness means helping everyone, no matter what.

• He begins by following his heart and later decides that rules are more important.

• His perspective does not change at all.

How does the ending of the story contribute to the theme?

• The bus driver regrets his decision and never breaks a rule again.

• The ending reinforces the idea that kindness is sometimes unnoticed but still meaningful.

• It proves that being late always leads to bad outcomes.

• It shows that strict rules are always the best way to live life.

Which statement best summarizes the bus driver’s internal conflict?

• He struggles between maintaining his strict ideology and showing compassion.

• He debates whether he should quit his job and pursue a different career.

• He wants to help Eddie but fears losing his job if he breaks the rules.
  

• He is frustrated by passengers who do not appreciate his commitment to fairness.

How does Eddie’s journey contribute to the development of the story’s theme?

• Eddie’s determination to catch the bus highlights the idea that persistence always leads to success.
  

• Eddie’s failure to meet Happiness demonstrates that sometimes, even our best efforts don’t lead to the outcome we desire.

• Eddie’s chase for the bus proves that those who work hard will always be rewarded.
  

• Eddie’s character shows that being late is an unavoidable part of life.