Childhood Memories and Thunder Cake

The story recounts a childhood memory of overcoming the fear of thunderstorms with the help of a grandmother. The narrator, initially scared of thunder, learns to face the fear by baking a 'Thunder Cake' with her grandmother. Through gathering ingredients and baking amidst the storm, the narrator realizes her bravery. The experience transforms her fear into a fond memory, symbolized by the enjoyment of the Thunder Cake during the storm.

What is the setting of the narrator's childhood story?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A farm in Michigan

• A beachside town

What was the narrator most afraid of during summer storms?

• The sound of thunder

• The wind

• The lightning

• The rain

What did Babushka suggest to help overcome the fear of thunderstorms?

• Listening to music

• Baking a Thunder Cake

• Reading a book

• Going for a walk

What was the first ingredient they needed to gather for the Thunder Cake?

• Sugar

• Milk

• Flour

• Eggs

How did the narrator feel about collecting eggs from Nelly Peck Hen?

• Happy

• Indifferent

• Scared

• Excited

What did the narrator have to do to get milk for the Thunder Cake?

• Use powdered milk

• Borrow from a neighbor

• Buy it from the store

• Milk a cow

What was the secret ingredient for the Thunder Cake?

• Lemon zest

• Cinnamon

• Overripe tomatoes

• Vanilla

How did the narrator feel after realizing their bravery?

• Proud and brave

• Confused

• Indifferent

• Still afraid

What did the narrator and Babushka do as the storm raged outside?

• Went to sleep

• Played a game

• Read a book

• Ate the Thunder Cake