Questions and Answers
Q. Why did Norma consider the tone and attitude of Mr. Steward offensive?
Ans. When Mr. Steward insisted on having some time, Norma disliked it and consider the tone and attitude offensive.
Q. Why did Arthur disagree with his wife?
Ans. Arthur disagreed with his wife because he did not like to hurt anyone.
Q. Why did Norma persuade her husband to accept the offer?
Ans. Norma persuaded her husband because she wanted to get $50,000 to improve their lifestyle.
Q. What were the reasons Norma gave to her husband to accept the offer?
Ans. She said it might be some kind of psychological research or a game played by a millionaire.
Q. Why did Mr. Steward continue persuading Norma?
Ans. Mr. Steward continued persuading Norma because he wanted her to do that experiment.
Q. What was the message Norma received on pushing the button?
Ans. The voice informed her of the subway accident to her husband who was run over by a train and was died.
Q. What is the significance of Arthur’s insurance policy?
Ans. His life insurance policy for $25,000 was of much importance for his wife which would be doubled in case of an accident.
Q. Did Norma remain normal on hearing the news of her husband?
Ans. No, she did not remain normal. She became much confused and she could not seem to breathe.