Lily's Journey and Emotional Struggles

Lily recalls a significant memory from her childhood involving her father, T-Ray, and a revelation about her mother's past. The story unfolds with Lily's reflections on her mother's death, the Civil Rights Act announcement, and her birthday disappointment. Lily's night in the orchard with her mother's belongings leads to a confrontation with T-Ray, highlighting their strained relationship.

What was Lily doing when T. Ray found her at the peach stand?

• Sticking a nail into a peach

• Counting peaches

• Selling peaches

• Eating a peach

What did T. Ray tell Lily about her mother?

• She was a teacher

• She was going on a trip

• She was starting school

• She needed to know about her mother

What memory does Lily recall about the day her mother died?

• A school event

• A birthday party

• A family picnic

• The sound of a gunshot

How does Lily feel about her role in her mother's death?

• Guilty

• Indifferent

• Confused

• Happy

What does T. Ray accuse Lily of during their confrontation?

• Lying about her memories

• Stealing money

• Running away

• Breaking a window

What significant event does Rosaline watch on TV?

• A movie premiere

• The signing of the Civil Rights Act

• A sports game

• A weather report

How does Lily feel about her birthday?

• Disappointed

• Angry

• Indifferent

• Excited

What does Lily retrieve from the orchard at night?

• A book

• A letter

• Her mother's belongings

• A toy

What punishment does T. Ray give Lily?

• Sending her to her room

• Grounding her

• Taking away her toys

• Making her kneel on grits