Question

Forbidden City Book

On page 16, Eddie 'didn't look too pleased' when Alex's dad introduced him, and Alex felt humiliated. Why did Eddie react this way? Why did Alex feel humiliated? How would you have felt if you had been Alex? Have you ever been in a situation where you felt humiliated?
a) Eddie might have reacted negatively because he was not prepared for the introduction. Alex felt humiliated because Eddie's reaction made it seem like Alex's family wasn't important. If I were Alex, I would have felt embarrassed. Yes, I have been in a situation where I felt humiliated.
b) Eddie reacted negatively because he didn't like Alex's dad. Alex felt humiliated because Eddie was his best friend. I would have felt the same way. No, I've never felt humiliated.
c) Eddie reacted negatively because he was shy. Alex felt humiliated because Eddie didn't like him. If I were Alex, I wouldn't have cared. Yes, I've been humiliated many times.
d) Eddie reacted negatively because he was surprised. Alex felt humiliated because he was embarrassed by his dad. If I were Alex, I would have been proud. No, I've never felt humiliated.

Prediction: How do you think this will impact how Eddie treats Alex?
a) Eddie might continue to be distant and unwelcoming towards Alex.
b) Eddie will become closer friends with Alex.
c) Eddie will apologize to Alex.
d) Eddie will befriend Alex's dad.

Answer 1

Eddie 'didn't look too pleased' when Alex's dad introduced him, causing Alex to feel humiliated. Eddie might continue to be distant and unwelcoming towards Alex.

Step-by-step explanation:

Eddie 'didn't look too pleased' when Alex's dad introduced him because he might have not been prepared for the introduction or he might have not liked Alex's dad. This negative reaction made Alex feel humiliated because it seemed like his family wasn't important. If I were Alex, I would have felt embarrassed in that situation. It is possible that Eddie might continue to be distant and unwelcoming towards Alex as a result of this incident.