Understanding Character Actions and Events

The transcript describes a visit to Mary Lou's chaotic family home, a school sports day, and peculiar events involving Phoebe and her family. Phoebe compares her family to Mary Lou's, noting the differences in parental control. A mysterious message is found at Phoebe's home, causing concern.

What was Phoebe's initial impression of Mary Lou's family?

• They were very quiet.

• They were very organized.

• They were not as civilized as her own family.

• They were very strict.

Who was living temporarily with Mary Lou's family?

• Ben, Mary Lou's cousin

• Mary Lou's uncle

• A family friend

• Phoebe

What unusual activity was Mr. Finney doing?

• Cooking dinner for the family

• Painting the house

• Playing the piano

• Reading a book in the bathtub with clothes on

What was Mrs. Finney doing on top of the garage?

• Reading a book

• Watching the sunset

• Taking a nap

• Fixing the roof

How did Mary Lou's parents behave at the school sports day?

• They were coaching the children.

• They did not attend.

• They were shouting and cheering.

• They were very reserved.

Why did Phoebe think the games were childish?

• Because her parents didn't usually participate

• Because she didn't like sports

• Because her parents said so

• Because they were too easy

What did Phoebe secretly wish about her parents?

• That they were quieter

• That they were more organized

• That they were stricter

• That they were more like the Finneys

What peculiar event happened at Mary Lou's house?

• A mysterious phone call

• A potential lunatic visit

• A surprise birthday party

• A power outage

What did Ben draw on the piece of paper?

• A landscape

• A dragon

• A lizard-like creature with long hair

• A portrait of Mary Lou

What did Ben do unexpectedly to the narrator?

• Ignored her

• Gave her a gift

• Kissed her collarbone

• Asked her to dance