Conflict and Consequences in Narration

Bud faces conflict with Todd Amos, who deceives his mother about a fight. Bud reflects on his rules for life and deals with Mrs. Amos's decision to send him to the shed for the night. Despite the challenges, Bud remains resilient and resourceful.

What realization does the narrator come to during the conflict with Todd?

• That knowing when to stop fighting is important

• That fighting is always the best solution

• That he should never give up

• That he should always fight back harder

How does the narrator initially defend himself against Todd's aggression?

• By curling up defensively

• By calling for help

• By running away

• By fighting back immediately

What is Mrs. Amos's reaction when she enters the room during the altercation?

• She immediately sides with the narrator

• She is confused and unsure of what happened

• She believes Todd's version of events

• She calls the police

What does the narrator reflect on regarding Todd's lying abilities?

• Todd's lies are always complicated

• Todd never lies

• Todd follows rules to make his lies believable

• Todd is a terrible liar

What provokes the narrator to retaliate against Todd?

• Todd calls him names

• Todd steals his belongings

• Todd pokes him with a pencil

• Todd pushes him

What decision does Mrs. Amos make regarding the narrator's punishment?

• She calls the authorities

• She makes him apologize to Todd

• She sends him to the shed

• She decides to forgive him

What does the narrator notice about the shed he is sent to?

• It is warm and cozy

• It is filled with toys

• It is dark and has a strange smell

• It is well-lit and clean