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Hyperbole and a Half: God of Cake

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What was the occasion of the cake being baked?

Father's retirement party

Grandmother's 73rd birthday

Grandfather's 73rd birthday (correct)

Mother's graduation celebration

How did the child view the cake?

As a regular dessert

As a toy-like wonder (correct)

As an ordinary food item

As a healthy snack

Why did the child's mom want to keep the cake away from the child?

Because the child would become hyperactive with sugar (correct)

Because the child was allergic to sugar

Because the child had a fear of cakes

Because the cake was too expensive

What did the child do when the mom's back was turned?

Grabbed a handful of cake Signup and view all the answers

What did the mom fear would happen if the child had sugar?

The child's existence would center around sugar Signup and view all the answers

What visual effect does the text describe occurring due to the child having sugar?

A vacuum collapsed in upon itself Signup and view all the answers

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The Cake

The narrator's mom baked an impressive cake for the narrator's grandfather's 73rd birthday party.
The cake was covered in extremely thick frosting and featured mini-marshmallow and toothpick creatures on top.
To a four-year-old, the cake seemed like a wonderful toy and a delicious treat.

The Sugar Effect

If the narrator consumed even a small amount of sugar, they would become extremely hyperactive.
The narrator's desire for sugar would become overwhelming, making it their sole focus.
This intense craving would create a void that would attract even more sugar, potentially devouring all the sweetness in the world.

The Incident

The narrator managed to climb onto the counter and grab a handful of cake when their mom's back was turned.
This action triggered an irreversible chain reaction, leading to unpredictable consequences.

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Test your knowledge of the story 'God of Cake' by Hyperbole and a Half, where a child's fascination with a birthday cake leads to humorous chaos. Explore the themes and events in this entertaining tale.