Narration and Point of View in Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy, Part 2 — Quiz
Question 5 • CP English Language 1
Read the excerpt from chapter 6 of Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy. She glared at him. "Lizzie, I swear to you, as sure as I'm standing right here—that's a lie. Every bit of it. Every single bit." "My granddaddy said it was a lie, too." She leaned her head to one side and looked at him steadily. "So why haven't you been down to the island?" "So only you get to ask questions now?" "Yes." She waited. "I haven't been down to the island because my father believes that you were using me to help you stay on Malaga Island." "Well," she said slowly. "Well." "I didn't believe it, either." The sea breeze lay at their feet panting, hoping they would play with it again. Based on what Turner and Lizzie say, which is the best conclusion that can be drawn?
Answer
A
Neither of them is able to fully trust what the other is claiming.
B
They are angered by the lies the adults have been spreading.
C
Each trusts the other and cares a great deal about their friendship.
D
Both are worried about the troubles their friendship may bring.
Explanation
Turner tells Lizzie that he did not believe the accusation that she was using him, and Lizzie listens to his explanation rather than dismissing him. Her steady questioning shows that she wants an honest answer, while Turner’s reassurance shows he cares about her trust. Together, their words suggest that they trust and value their friendship, making “Each trusts the other and cares a great deal about their friendship” the best conclusion.
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