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What does Brian deduce about his mother's attitude toward the new store based on her conversation?
What does Brian deduce about his mother's attitude toward the new store based on her conversation?
- She is indifferent to the opening.
- She feels offended and curious. (correct)
- She is excited and supportive.
- She believes it's a waste of time.
What was Brian working on while listening to his mother's phone conversation?
What was Brian working on while listening to his mother's phone conversation?
- An art assignment
- A science project
- A history essay
- His math homework (correct)
What items did Cora move to reach for the phone?
What items did Cora move to reach for the phone?
- Her cat and a book
- A lamp and a notebook
- A drink and a magazine (correct)
- A quilt and a remote
How did Cora describe the type of people who engage with her business?
How did Cora describe the type of people who engage with her business?
Brian was dreaming about taking Miss Ratcliffe to the County Fair.
Brian was dreaming about taking Miss Ratcliffe to the County Fair.
Hugh Priest was known for his calm and friendly demeanor.
Hugh Priest was known for his calm and friendly demeanor.
Miss Ratcliffe referred to Brian as 'Bri' during their conversation.
Miss Ratcliffe referred to Brian as 'Bri' during their conversation.
Brian was intent on engaging in a serious relationship with Miss Ratcliffe.
Brian was intent on engaging in a serious relationship with Miss Ratcliffe.
Brian noticed Hugh Priest's truck just in time to avoid being hit.
Brian noticed Hugh Priest's truck just in time to avoid being hit.
Brian's daydream involved asking Miss Ratcliffe to accompany him to the County Carnival.
Brian's daydream involved asking Miss Ratcliffe to accompany him to the County Carnival.
Hugh Priest was known for his bad temper in Castle Rock.
Hugh Priest was known for his bad temper in Castle Rock.
Miss Ratcliffe felt a deep sorrow due to the loss of her pet.
Miss Ratcliffe felt a deep sorrow due to the loss of her pet.
When Brian realized he had walked in front of Hugh Priest's truck, he was lost in thought about the County Fair.
When Brian realized he had walked in front of Hugh Priest's truck, he was lost in thought about the County Fair.
Brian believed he was less mature than Lester, Miss Ratcliffe's lost love.
Brian believed he was less mature than Lester, Miss Ratcliffe's lost love.
Flashcards
Needful Things
Needful Things
A store selling unusual items, possibly including perfume bottles and pictures of dead relatives.
Cora's reaction to Needful Things
Cora's reaction to Needful Things
Cora felt offended by the existence of Needful Things, and believed someone had intentionally tried to upset/offend her.
Brian's curiosity
Brian's curiosity
Brian was interested in learning more about Needful Things and what his mother was talking about.
Brian's approach to solving a mystery
Brian's approach to solving a mystery
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Exasperation/Excitement
Exasperation/Excitement
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Miss Ratcliffe's sadness
Miss Ratcliffe's sadness
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Brian's unexpected understanding
Brian's unexpected understanding
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Brian's daydream
Brian's daydream
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Hugh Priest's anger
Hugh Priest's anger
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Brian's fear
Brian's fear
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Miss Ratcliffe's Loss
Miss Ratcliffe's Loss
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Brian's Unexpected Maturity
Brian's Unexpected Maturity
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Hugh Priest's Temper
Hugh Priest's Temper
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Brian's Fear of Consequence
Brian's Fear of Consequence
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Study Notes
Family Interactions
- Cora, the mother, reacts with excitement or exasperation with the phrase "Well, I'll be butched!"
- Cora is curious about "Needful Things," and seems annoyed or offended by something related to a green awning.
- Cora is talking to Myra about a potential store with perfume bottles and pictures of deceased relatives, finding it unfortunate how these items appear and diminish.
- Cora believes some people's goal in life is to only take money and run.
- Brian, her son, is trying to understand why his mother is so upset. He infers she is both curious and angry regarding Needful Things.
- Brian listens to a conversation between his mother and Myra to grasp a deeper understanding.
Needful Things
- Needful Things is a potential store, its nature appears somewhat unusual (stinky old perfume bottles/pictures of deceased relatives).
- The store could be selling stinky old perfume bottles and pictures of deceased relatives, and the mom finds it unfortunate how these items appear and diminish.
Brian's Perspective
- Brian is concerned about what "Needful Things" could be.
- Brian takes note of the details of the conversation to understand Cora's concerns.
- Brian infers his mother's feelings about the green awning.
- Brian is dedicated to his mathematics homework while listening to his mother's conversations.
- Brian wants to know about "Needful Things" so he can understand his mother's feelings.
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Description
Explore the dynamics between Cora and her son Brian as they discuss the peculiar store 'Needful Things.' This quiz delves into themes of curiosity, annoyance, and family relationships in the face of strange societal phenomena. Test your understanding of their interactions and emotions surrounding the store's unusual offerings.
