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The Hibernation Instinct

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Why is driving dangerous even though there are no other vehicles on the road?

The roads are icy

There are animals on the road

Bobby's father is driving too fast

Bobby's father is too tired to drive (correct)

Who in the car has fallen asleep?

Bobby

Bobby's mother (correct)

Phil and Cathy

Bobby's father

What is the Hibernation Instinct?

A natural inclination to hibernate in winter

A scientific experiment

A fictional concept

A medical condition (correct)

What is the significance of Bobby's uniqueness in this situation, and how does he feel about it?

Bobby's siblings have responded to the Hibernation Instinct, but he has not. Bobby is aware of his uniqueness and is somewhat conflicted about it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone of Bobby's mother's statement about him being his 'own little man'?

The tone of Bobby's mother's statement about him being his 'own little man' is warm and affectionate. Signup and view all the answers

What is the state of other people in the city in this situation, and how does this affect the mood of the text?

Other people in the city are sleeping, and the mood of the text is one of quiet and stillness. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the situation on the roads in the story?

The roads are completely empty (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Bobby's parents think he would be affected like his siblings?

Because Bobby's siblings had already responded to the Hibernation Instinct (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Hibernation Instinct mentioned in the text?

A medical procedure to induce a state of hibernation (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many people in the state have not responded to the Hibernation Instinct?

A dozen (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for driving being dangerous in this situation?

Bobby's father can hardly keep his eyes open (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for Bobby's mother's affectionate comment about him being his 'own little man'?

Bobby has always been independent and unique (D) Signup and view all the answers