Character Reactions and Events in Sal's Story

Phoebe arrives with her suitcase, causing tension over room arrangements. She criticizes the room and discusses sacrifices, leading to emotional strain for the narrator. A visit to Mary Lou's house provides a moment of reflection, and nighttime brings dreams about the narrator's mother.

What was Sal's initial reaction to Phoebe's suitcase?

• She ignored Phoebe's arrival.

• She sarcastically asked if Phoebe was staying for a month.

• She offered to help Phoebe with her luggage.

• She was excited to see Phoebe.

How did Sal respond to Phoebe's question about sharing the room?

• She offered to sleep on the couch.

• She mentioned a new extension was built for Phoebe.

• She ignored Phoebe's question.

• She said they would share the bed.

What did Phoebe criticize about Sal's mattress?

• It was too firm.

• It was too soft.

• It was too small.

• It was lumpy.

What did Phoebe say about her mother's situation?

• Her mother was at work.

• Her mother was visiting relatives.

• Her mother was kidnapped.

• Her mother was on vacation.

What did Phoebe suspect her headache might be?

• A cold.

• A migraine.

• A toothache.

• A sinus infection.

What did Sal draw in her book?

• A picture of a dog.

• A picture of a car.

• A picture of a tree with a head and rope.

• A picture of a house.

What activity were Mr. and Mrs. Finney engaged in when Sal visited?

• Cooking dinner.

• Watching TV.

• Rolling in leaves.

• Reading books.

What did Sal feel when she saw Ben?

• Angry.

• Annoyed.

• Indifferent.

• A peculiar urge to touch his face.

What was Mary Lou doing according to Phoebe?

• Shopping.

• On a date with Alex.

• Studying.

• Sleeping.

What did Sal's father do when he entered the room at night?

• He read them a story.

• He asked if something was wrong.

• He brought them snacks.

• He turned off the lights.