Alex's Room and Space Dilemma

Alex wants his own room because sharing with his brother Ethan is difficult. He writes letters to his parents, explaining his reasons and negotiating for his own space. His dad suggests building a treehouse as a compromise, which Alex accepts, and he invites Ethan to play with him there.

Why does Alex not want to share a room with Ethan?

• Ethan is too quiet.

• Ethan snores loudly.

• Ethan is afraid of the dark.

• Ethan is allergic to cats.

What reason does Alex's dad give for Annie needing her own room?

• Annie is a boy.

• Annie is allergic to Alex.

• Annie needs space for her toys.

• Annie needs privacy for girl stuff.

What does Alex do to try and solve the room-sharing issue with Ethan?

• He builds a wall in the room.

• He divides the room into two sides.

• He moves to the living room.

• He asks Ethan to sleep outside.

What does Alex promise to do if he gets his room back?

• Buy new furniture.

• Paint it himself.

• Share it with Ethan.

• Keep it really clean.

What does Alex use as a reason for deserving his own room?

• He is the oldest and most important kid.

• He got all A's in school.

• He has a pet iguana.

• He is the youngest child.

What does Alex compare his situation to when arguing for his own room?

• His cousin having a bigger room.

• His teacher having a private office.

• His neighbor having a pool.

• His friend's dog having its own room.

What solution does Alex's dad propose for giving Alex his own space?

• Renting an apartment.

• Building a treehouse.

• Buying a new house.

• Building a new wing in the house.

What does Alex's dad say about building a new wing in the house?

• It's too small.

• They will start next week.

• They are not gazillionaires.

• It's a great idea.

What does Alex include in his floor plan for the new room?

• A music studio.

• A swimming pool.

• A hot tub and bowling alley.

• A library.

How does Alex feel about inviting Ethan to the treehouse?

• He is excited.

• He is reluctant.

• He is angry.

• He is indifferent.