Family Dynamics and Personal Interests

The speaker discusses their family, focusing on their brother Paul, who is an apprentice engineer. They share insights into their relationship, including arguments and support. The speaker reflects on their enjoyment of arguing, which is not shared by others. Their father, a retired engineer, is building a boat, while their mother, who hasn't worked in years, is very caring. The speaker is concerned about their mother's future when both children leave home.

How much older is Paul compared to the narrator?

• Two years

• Three years

• Four years

• Five years

What is Paul's profession?

• Civil Engineer

• Software Engineer

• Apprentice Engineer on ships

• Mechanical Engineer

How often does Paul live away from home?

• Two weeks

• One month

• Three months

• Six months

What kind of arguments did the narrator and Paul have?

• About important matters

• About video games and other kid stuff

• About school work

• About their parents

How does the narrator feel when Paul is not at home?

• Misses him a lot

• Indifferent

• Relieved

• Happy

What is the narrator's unique interest that others don't share?

• Reading books

• Playing sports

• Arguing

• Cooking

What did the narrator's father do before retirement?

• Teacher

• Doctor

• Engineer on ships

• Lawyer

What is the father's current project?

• Building a house

• Writing a book

• Building a boat

• Starting a business

How long has the narrator's mother not worked?

• 20 years

• 25 years

• 15 years

• 10 years

What is the narrator concerned about regarding their mother?

• Her financial situation

• Her boredom when both children move away

• Her health

• Her social life