Eddie and the Car | POEM

A family picnic in France turns into a chaotic adventure when a young boy, Eddie, accidentally moves the car down a slope. The father attempts to stop the car, leading to a series of humorous and tense moments. Eventually, with the help of local farmers, the car is retrieved from a ditch. The story ends with a reflection on the incident, highlighting the importance of safety and the unpredictability of family outings.

What was the main reason the family kept moving from one picnic spot to another?

• They forgot their picnic basket.

• They were looking for a place with a better view.

• They were trying to find a spot with more shade.

• They encountered bad smells and wasps.

What did Eddie do that caused a commotion during the picnic?

• He spilled juice all over the picnic blanket.

• He ran away into the woods.

• He climbed into the front seat and moved the car.

• He started eating all the food.

How did the narrator initially try to stop the moving car?

• By shouting at Eddie to stop.

• By waving at it to stop.

• By jumping in and applying the brakes.

• By holding onto the car's pillar.

What was the narrator's attire when seeking help from the farmer?

• A suit and tie.

• A swimsuit.

• His underpants.

• A raincoat.

What did the farmer use to help pull the car out of the ditch?

• A rope.

• A tractor and a chain.

• A tow truck.

• A group of people.

What happened to the car's bumper during the rescue attempt?

• It remained intact.

• It fell off.

• It got scratched.

• It got painted.

What does the narrator have as a reminder of this incident?

• A photo of the car in the ditch.

• A video recording.

• A journal entry.

• A piece of the car's bumper.