Understanding Character Reactions and Consequences

Clark receives a delayed Christmas delivery, expecting a bonus to fund a swimming pool. Instead, he gets a jelly club membership, leading to frustration and an outburst against his boss. Eddie kidnaps the boss, prompting a reflection on the impact of cutting bonuses. The situation resolves with a promise of a better bonus.

What was Clark planning to do with his Christmas bonus?

• Renovate the house

• Buy a new car

• Install a swimming pool

• Go on a vacation

What did Clark actually receive as his Christmas bonus?

• A vacation package

• A new car

• A membership to a jelly club

• A cash bonus

How does Clark initially react to his bonus?

• He is confused

• He is disappointed

• He is indifferent

• He is thrilled

Who does Clark blame for his disappointing bonus?

• His family

• His friend, Eddie

• His boss, Frank Shirley

• His neighbor

What does Clark wish for his boss during his rant?

• A happy holiday

• To be brought to his house with a ribbon on his head

• A promotion

• A pay raise

Who kidnaps Clark's boss?

• Russ

• The police

• Eddie

• Clark

How does the boss react to the kidnapping?

• He is indifferent

• He is understanding

• He is angry

• He is amused

What does the boss decide to do after realizing the impact of cutting bonuses?

• Cancel all bonuses

• Give everyone a vacation

• Increase the bonus by 20%

• Fire Clark

What lesson does the boss learn from the situation?

• Bonuses are unnecessary

• People are what make a company successful

• A healthy bottom line is all that matters

• Money is more important than people

Who takes responsibility for the kidnapping incident?

• Clark

• Eddie

• Russ

• The boss