Exploring Fear, Gum, and Candy Dynamics

What recurring nightmare does Steven have?

• Playing catch with his brother Jeffrey, who turns black and sinks into the ground.

• Being chased by a monster in the woods.

• Losing his way in a dark forest.

• Falling from a tall building.

How do Steven's parents react to his nightmares?

• They send him to a boarding school.

• They get used to them and try to comfort him.

• They ignore them.

• They punish him for waking them up.

Why does Steven avoid visiting the hospital with his mother?

• He is afraid of hospitals.

• He has other commitments like jazz band rehearsal and school work.

• He doesn't want to see his brother's treatment.

• He dislikes traveling.

What offer does Steven make to Renee Albert on the bus?

• A book to read.

• A piece of gum.

• A homework assignment.

• A ride home.

How does Steven feel about his interaction with Renee Albert?

• He feels it helped patch things up between them.

• He thinks it made things worse.

• He regrets it.

• He is indifferent.

What does Mrs. Galley suggest Steven should focus on?

• Running away from home.

• Blaming others for his issues.

• Changing the things he can control.

• Ignoring his problems.

How does Steven feel after talking to Mrs. Galley?

• Indifferent.

• More confused.

• Relieved and understood.

• Angry and frustrated.

What does Steven take from Mrs. Galley's office?

• A pen.

• A notebook.

• A candy heart and tissues.

• A book.

What is Steven's main concern about his nightmares?

• They are making him lose friends.

• They are affecting his school performance.

• They are making him a nervous wreck.

• They are causing him physical pain.

What realization does Steven come to at the end of the transcript?

• He needs to confront his parents.

• He should run away from home.

• He needs to ignore his problems.

• He should focus on what he can change.