6 Questions
Why is Adam waiting on the bench?
He's waiting for his mother who is with her boyfriend
What news does Joseph share with Adam?
His wife, Elizabeth, has passed away
What does Adam share with Joseph about Katie?
He brought her a flower
What does Joseph express about being alone?
He's happy about it
What does Joseph tease Adam about?
Getting a new girlfriend
What does Adam think about Joseph by the end of their conversation?
He's not as grumpy as he thought
Study Notes
Character Introduction
- Adam is an 8-year-old boy waiting for his mother, who is with her boyfriend.
- Joseph is an older man, sitting on the same bench as Adam.
Conversation between Adam and Joseph
- Adam asks Joseph about his age and girlfriend.
- Joseph reveals that his wife, Elizabeth, has passed away.
- Adam shares about his "girlfriend" Katie, who is still young, and how he brought her a flower.
Relationships and Emotions
- Joseph expresses that Elizabeth was one of a kind and that he's happy being alone.
- Adam and Joseph discuss laughing and crying, with Adam sharing about scraping his knee.
- Joseph teases Adam about getting a new girlfriend, saying there's always time.
Reflection and Parting
- Adam changes his opinion about Joseph, thinking he's not as grumpy as initially thought.
- Joseph approaches another woman, possibly to flirt or ask her out.
- Adam and Joseph part ways, with Adam commenting on the nice day.
Meet Adam and Joseph, two characters who strike up a conversation on a bench, sharing stories about their loved ones. A heartwarming exchange between a young boy and an older man.
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