Boy saves mother from house fire in Kansas City, KS

The transcript recounts a harrowing experience of a family caught in a fire. The narrator describes an explosion that led to a fire, prompting their mother to urge everyone to run. The narrator was trapped by debris but was rescued by Joseph, who bravely pulled them free. The family managed to escape to the street, finding nothing left of their home. The narrator expresses immense pride in Joseph for his bravery and life-saving actions.

What event triggered the need for the narrator and their mother to escape?

• An earthquake

• A tornado

• A terrible explosion

• A sudden flood

What happened to the narrator as they tried to escape?

• They got lost in the smoke

• They fainted from fear

• They were hit by debris

• They tripped over a rug

Who came back to help the narrator when they were pinned down?

• A neighbor

• Their son, Joseph

• A firefighter

• Their father

What did Joseph do to help free the narrator?

• He pulled on their arms and removed their shoes

• He used a crowbar

• He called for help

• He lifted the debris with a jack

How does the narrator feel about Joseph after the incident?

• Angry

• Indifferent

• Proud

• Disappointed