The Gold Cadillac

1. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for 'Lois' mother's refusal to ride in the new Cadillac?
A. She thinks the Mercury is a better looking car.
B. She knows it will get her husband into trouble with the police.
C. She thinks her husband should have saved the money for a house.

D. She thinks it would be showing off to ride in such a fancy car.

2. From which point of view is the selection told?
A. First person
B. Third person, limited
C. Third person, omniscient
D. Second person

3. Which of the following questions is NOT answered in the passage?
A. Where is the family traveling?
B. In what state does the family live?
C. Why does 'Lois clutch a knife as she was trying to sleep?
D. What is ignorance?

4. The initiating event  in the story occurs when
A. 'Lois' mother refuses to ride in the car
B. The husband decides to make a trip alone to the South.
C. The Cadillac helps bring the family closer together.
D. The father brings home a Gold Cadillac.