Understanding Character Reactions and Events

The transcript follows a series of events starting with Phoebe finding a mysterious message, leading to Sal's awkward encounter with Ben at school. In class, Mr. Birkway reads from student journals, causing various reactions among the students. Later, Phoebe and Sal visit the police to report their findings, including a message and some hairs, but face skepticism. The transcript ends with a revelation about a photograph on Sergeant Bickle's desk.

What was peculiar about the day described in the beginning?

• A strange message was found.

• It was raining heavily.

• The school was closed.

• There was a festival in town.

What did Phoebe think the message about water meant?

• Her mother was hidden in a well.

• Her mother was in danger.

• It was a clue for a treasure.

• There was a water shortage.

How did Sal feel after her encounter with Ben?

• Angry and upset.

• Indifferent and calm.

• Embarrassed and relieved.

• Happy and excited.

What was Mr. Birkway's reaction to the journals?

• He was indifferent.

• He was confused.

• He was enthusiastic and excited.

• He was disappointed.

Why did Mary Lou Feeny turn purple during the journal reading?

• She was embarrassed by a journal entry.

• She was angry at Mr. Birkway.

• She was feeling unwell.

• She was laughing too hard.

What did the journal entry about Linda reveal?

• Linda was a teacher.

• Linda shared too much personal information.

• Linda was a new student.

• Linda was a fictional character.

What did Sal discover in Sergeant Bickle's office?

• A hidden message.

• A photograph of a familiar person.

• A map of the town.

• A secret letter.