Understanding Bud's Library Experience

Bud enters a library, describing its unique atmosphere and the hypnotic smell of books. He searches for Miss Hill, only to learn she has moved to Chicago after getting married. Bud considers the impracticality of walking to Chicago and decides on his next steps after leaving the library.

What is the first thing Bud notices about the library's air?

• It is warmer than outside.

• It is cooler than outside.

• It smells like flowers.

• It is very dry.

What does Bud say about the smell of old books?

• It smells like flowers.

• It becomes strong when you get close.

• It is very faint.

• It is unpleasant.

What sound do new books make when opened?

• A splitting sound

• A thumping sound

• A rustling sound

• A creaking sound

What effect does the smell of paper have on people in the library?

• It makes them energetic.

• It makes them sleepy.

• It makes them hungry.

• It makes them sad.

What happens to people when they fall asleep in the library?

• They start drooling.

• They start dancing.

• They start laughing.

• They start singing.

Why do librarians get upset with people who fall asleep in the library?

• Because they talk in their sleep.

• Because they snore.

• Because they take up too much space.

• Because they drool on the books.

What does Bud do with his suitcase when he enters the library?

• He leaves it outside.

• He keeps it with him.

• He leaves it with the white lady at the desk.

• He hides it in the stacks.

What is Bud's reaction when he hears Miss Hill is not in the library?

• He is angry.

• He is surprised.

• He is indifferent.

• He is relieved.

What does the librarian tell Bud about Miss Hill?

• She is at home.

• She has moved to Chicago.

• She is in a meeting.

• She is on vacation.

What does Bud learn about Miss Hill's personal life?

• She is engaged.

• She is married.

• She is single.

• She is divorced.