Understanding the Tomkeys' Narrative

The narrative 'Us and Them' by David Sedaris explores the author's childhood experiences after moving to North Carolina. The story focuses on the Sedaris family's interactions with their neighbors, the Tomkeys, who live without a television. The author observes the Tomkeys' lifestyle, leading to a Halloween incident that prompts reflection on social norms and personal growth.

What is the title of the personal narrative discussed in the video?

• A New Beginning

• The Tomkeys

• Us and Them

• Life in North Carolina

Why did the narrator's mother believe there was no point in making friends?

• She preferred solitude

• They would move again soon

• She didn't like people

• She was too busy

What was unique about the Tomkey family according to the narrator?

• They spoke a different language

• They had no car

• They didn't own a television

• They were vegetarians

How did the neighborhood react to the Tomkeys' lifestyle?

• They were indifferent

• They tried to change them

• They admired them

• They speculated about their activities

What did the narrator do to satisfy his curiosity about the Tomkeys?

• Spied on them

• Visited them

• Asked them directly

• Ignored them

What was the narrator's reaction to the Tomkeys' absence during Halloween?

• He was angry

• He was indifferent

• He was disappointed

• He was relieved

How did the narrator's family react to the Tomkeys' trick-or-treating on November 1st?

• They welcomed them

• They ignored them

• They were angry

• They were confused

What internal conflict did the narrator face regarding the candy?

• Whether to hide it

• Whether to throw it away

• Whether to share it with the Tomkeys

• Whether to eat it all

What realization did the narrator come to about his feelings towards the Tomkeys?

• He admired them

• He pitied them

• He hated them

• He was indifferent