Group Dynamics and Reactions in a Bus Journey

Lester stops the bus to help a woman with a broken-down car. He introduces her as Miss Lil, who will join them on their journey. The kids are initially skeptical and concerned about the delay in reaching their father. They explain their situation to Miss Lil, who observes them with curiosity. Despite the initial tension, Miss Lil settles in, and the group continues their journey.

What did Fish do at the beginning of the story?

• He introduced a new character.

• He climbed down out of the bus.

• He picked himself up off the floor.

• He helped a woman with her car.

Why did Lester stop the bus?

• To help a woman with a broken-down car.

• To take a break from driving.

• To fix a problem with the bus.

• To pick up a new passenger.

What was the woman's initial reaction to the bus?

• She ignored the bus.

• She was excited to see the bus.

• She immediately got on the bus.

• She was hesitant to join.

How did Lester introduce the woman to the group?

• As a new passenger.

• As someone who needed help.

• As a friend of the family.

• As a new driver.

What was the group's initial reaction to the woman?

• They were unhappy about her presence.

• They were indifferent.

• They were happy to have her.

• They were confused.

What did Lester do when he noticed the group's reaction?

• He tried to cheer them up.

• He introduced the woman again.

• He ignored them.

• He cleared his throat and adjusted his tie.

What was the group's concern about the woman's presence?

• She would be a distraction.

• She would not get along with them.

• She would take over the bus.

• She would delay their journey.

What story did the group fabricate about their journey?

• They were on a school trip.

• They were going to see their father in the hospital.

• They were visiting a friend.

• They were going to a party.

How did the woman react to the group's story?

• She was indifferent.

• She was amused.

• She was skeptical.

• She believed them completely.

What mistake did Lester make when introducing the group?

• He introduced them as strangers.

• He forgot their names.

• He didn't introduce them at all.

• He called them by the wrong names.