1.
What is the name of the restaurant where Katie works?
Correct Answer
B. Ivan's
Explanation
Katie works at Ivan's restaurant.
2.
What is the name of the town where Katie is living?
Correct Answer
D. Southport
Explanation
The correct answer is Southport.
3.
How do Katie and Alex first meet?
Correct Answer
A. At Alex's general store
Explanation
Katie and Alex first meet at Alex's general store.
4.
Who is Katie's friend Jo?
Correct Answer
C. Her neighbor
Explanation
Katie's friend Jo is her neighbor.
5.
What did Alex get Josh after saving him from falling in the lake?
Correct Answer
C. A life jacket
Explanation
Alex got Josh a life jacket after saving him from falling in the lake.
6.
How does Alex feel about Katie in the first months of meeting her?
Correct Answer
A. He wants to know more about her
Explanation
Alex's feelings towards Katie in the first months of meeting her can be inferred from the statement "He wants to know more about her." This suggests that Alex is interested in getting to know Katie better, indicating a positive and curious attitude towards her.
7.
In the story that Katie tells Jo, who do you think Katie is talking about when she says "I had a friend once"?
Correct Answer
A. Herself
Explanation
Katie is likely talking about herself when she says "I had a friend once." This can be inferred from the use of the past tense verb "had," indicating that the friendship is no longer present. Additionally, the use of the first-person pronoun "I" suggests that Katie is referring to her own personal experience.
8.
Why does Alex give Katie the bike?
Correct Answer
D. Both A and C
Explanation
Alex gives Katie the bike because he knew she needed one and because he didn't want it anymore.
9.
What is the main topic of conversation between Katie and Alex at the beach?
Correct Answer
B. Alex's late wife
Explanation
The main topic of conversation between Katie and Alex at the beach is Alex's late wife.
10.
How did Katie feel about spending the day with Alex and his kids?
Correct Answer
B. She surprisingly enjoyed it
Explanation
Katie had a surprising experience and unexpectedly enjoyed spending the day with Alex and his kids.
11.
What does Alex tell Katie that makes her a little on edge?
Correct Answer
A. He used to be a detective for the Army
Explanation
Alex tells Katie that he used to be a detective for the Army. This information makes her a little on edge because being a detective in the Army implies that he has experience dealing with dangerous and potentially violent situations. It suggests that he may have been involved in intense and high-stakes investigations, which could make Katie feel uneasy or unsure about his past and what he may have been exposed to.
12.
Why does Katie get annoyed with Jo?
Correct Answer
D. She keeps bringing up Alex
Explanation
Katie gets annoyed with Jo because Jo keeps bringing up Alex. This suggests that Jo continuously mentions or talks about Alex, which may be a sensitive or uncomfortable topic for Katie. This constant reminder or discussion about Alex could be irritating and bothersome for Katie, leading to her annoyance with Jo.
13.
How does Katie feel about Alex at this point in the story?
Correct Answer
B. She likes him, but doesn't want to admit it
Explanation
Based on the information given, Katie's feelings towards Alex can be inferred as positive, but she is hesitant to acknowledge or express her liking for him. This suggests that there may be underlying reasons or barriers preventing her from openly admitting her feelings for Alex.
14.
What activity do Alex and the kids do on a Saturday morning?
Correct Answer
C. Butterfly hunting
Explanation
Alex and the kids engage in the activity of butterfly hunting on Saturday mornings.
15.
Katie and Alex's relationship progresses throughout the entire story. In the the first part of the book, how does their relationship grow and where is it at this point in the story? Make sure to support your answer with details from the book.