Understanding Jen and Luke's Interaction

Luke is distracted at dinner, thinking about his daring visit to Jen's house. They plan a secret signal for communication, but face challenges due to Luke's restrictions. Jen shares her family background, including gender selection, and they discuss trust and secrets. Jen makes a sacrifice by cutting her hand to cover for Luke, showing her willingness to help.

What was Luke's mother offering him during dinner?

• Mashed potatoes

• Gravy

• Corn

• Bread

Why was Luke distracted during dinner?

• He was thinking about his visit to Jen's house.

• He was thinking about his chores.

• He was worried about school.

• He was feeling unwell.

What emotion did Luke feel when he remembered his run to Jen's house?

• Anger and frustration

• Joy and excitement

• Sadness and regret

• Fear and pride

What did Jen suggest as a signal for Luke to visit her?

• A whistle

• A flashlight

• A flag

• A bell

Why couldn't Luke use a flashlight for the signal?

• He didn't know how to use it.

• He was afraid of the dark.

• They didn't have working batteries.

• He lost the flashlight.

What did Jen use to see outside her house?

• A telescope

• A camera

• A periscope

• A mirror

What was Luke's family's belief about government monitoring?

• They believed it was a myth.

• They thought it was real.

• They were indifferent.

• They supported it.

What did Jen's parents do to ensure she was a girl?

• They adopted her.

• They used gender selection experiments.

• They prayed for a girl.

• They used a traditional method.

How did Jen describe her parents' decision to have her?

• A surprise

• A mistake

• A planned decision

• An accident

What was Jen's reaction to Luke's family restrictions?

• She was supportive.

• She was understanding.

• She was mocking.

• She was indifferent.