Fancy Ray Baker's Journey

The transcript narrates a story of a cab driver who meets the famous Fancy Ray Baker. It transitions into a recollection of Fancy's challenging past, growing up in poverty in New Orleans. Her mother made sacrifices to give her a chance at a better life. After leaving home, Fancy's life took a significant turn, leading to success despite facing criticism. The narrative highlights themes of determination, societal judgment, and the impact of a mother's love and guidance.

What is the narrator's initial reaction to having Fancy Ray Baker in their cab?

• They are annoyed.

• They are excited and can't believe it.

• They are indifferent.

• They are scared.

Where did the narrator grow up?

• In a suburban house in California.

• In a one-room shack on the outskirts of New Orleans.

• In a mansion in New York.

• In a city apartment in Chicago.

What did the narrator's mother do to prepare them for a better future?

• Gave them a job.

• Sent them to college.

• Bought them a dancing dress.

• Bought them a car.

What advice did the narrator's mother give them?

• To save money.

• To never trust anyone.

• To be nice to gentlemen.

• To always work hard.

What significant item did the narrator's mother give them?

• A pair of shoes.

• A bracelet.

• A heart-shaped locket.

• A ring.

What happened to the narrator's family after they left?

• They started a business.

• The welfare people took the baby, and the mother died.

• They won the lottery.

• They moved to a new city.

How did the narrator's life change after leaving their past behind?

• They became a congressman and lived in luxury.

• They traveled the world.

• They lived in poverty.

• They became a successful business owner.

What criticism does the narrator face from society?

• For not being educated.

• For being too wealthy.

• For their mother's decision to turn them out.

• For not working hard enough.

What lasting impact did the narrator's mother's words have on them?

• They continued to hear them in their mind.

• They ignored them.

• They forgot them quickly.

• They wrote them down.

What is the narrator's final understanding of their mother's actions?

• They understand and forgive her.

• They resent her for it.

• They are confused by it.

• They are indifferent to it.