William's Dilemma and Mrs. Phillips' Items

William, a 10-year-old boy, is upset when Mrs. Phillips, his family's long-time caretaker, announces she is leaving to return to England. In an attempt to make her stay, William hides her cherished items. Eventually, he returns them, and they reconcile, with Mrs. Phillips promising a surprise for him.

What was William struggling with when he returned home?

• A new gymnastics move

• A math problem

• A science project

• A piano piece

Who was waiting for William at the kitchen door?

• His friend Jason

• His father

• His mother

• Mrs. Phillips

What significant news does Mrs. Phillips share with William?

• She is moving to a new house

• She is leaving for England permanently

• She is getting married

• She is retiring

Why does Mrs. Phillips say she is leaving?

• She is going to study

• She misses England

• She found a new job

• She wants to travel the world

How does William initially react to the news of Mrs. Phillips leaving?

• He plans a farewell party

• He is upset and refuses to accept it

• He is indifferent

• He is happy for her

What does William do to try to prevent Mrs. Phillips from leaving?

• He talks to his parents

• He writes her a letter

• He plans a surprise party

• He hides her cherished items

What are the two items that Mrs. Phillips cherishes?

• A necklace and a ring

• A picture and a pearl pen

• A book and a diary

• A watch and a bracelet

How does Mrs. Phillips react when she notices her items are missing?

• She immediately confronts William

• She calls the police

• She asks William's parents

• She looks at William but says nothing

Who first directly asks William about the missing items?

• His friend Jason

• Mrs. Phillips

• His mother

• His father

What does William's mother suggest might have happened to the missing items?

• They were misplaced

• They were stolen by the furnace repairman

• They were given away

• They were lost in a move