10 Questions
What kind of environment did the narrator grow up in in New York State?
The narrator grew up in the country with no sidewalks or streetlights.
What did the narrator hope to witness by walking around after dark in their new location?
The narrator hoped to witness a murder.
Who owned the only place that seemed truly different in the new location?
Mr. Tomkey owned the place.
What did Mr. Tomkey not believe in?
Mr. Tomkey did not believe in television.
How did the mother's friend present the information about Mr. Tomkey?
The mother's friend presented the information without any editorializing.
What was the reason the Tomkeys were forced to talk during dinner?
Because they had no TV
What did the Tomkeys not know about attractive, dinner, and eating time?
They did not know what attractive was or what dinner was supposed to look like or even what time people were supposed to eat
What did Mr. Tomkey occasionally do during the meal?
Mr. Tomkey would occasionally pound the table and point at his children with a fork
What did the narrator think Mr. Tomkey was doing during dinner?
I got the idea that he was imitating someone else, and wondered if he spied on us while we were eating
What did the narrator see the Tomkey children carrying when school began?
The Tomkey children were carrying paper sacks
Test your knowledge of suburban life and neighbors with this quiz! From sidewalks to streetlights, discover how well you know the differences between country living and suburban neighborhoods.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
