Distress Tolerance Skills - Video 25 - Flashcard Set
What is the main conflict in the story?
The main conflict is the presence of an unwanted guest, Brian, at the party.
How does the protagonist initially react to Brian’s arrival?
The protagonist feels upset, embarrassed, and angry at Brian’s rude behavior towards the other guests.
What does the protagonist do when Brian comes back to the party after being thrown out?
The protagonist decides to stand by the door to make sure Brian can’t get back in.
What does the protagonist realize about the party after standing by the door for a while?
The protagonist realizes that the party is important to them and they want to be with their friends.
How does the protagonist’s attitude towards Brian change during the party?
The protagonist starts to notice some positive traits about Brian, like his quirky sense of humor.
What does the protagonist decide to do when Brian comes back into the party for the second time?
The protagonist decides to just get on with the party and talk with their friends, rather than trying to get rid of Brian all the time.
What does the protagonist notice about Brian’s behavior when they stop trying to get rid of him?
Brian calms down a little bit and is not as rowdy.
How does the protagonist feel about Brian by the end of the party?
The protagonist still finds Brian annoying, but also realizes that he has some redeeming qualities.
What is the theme of the story?
One possible theme is that sometimes people we initially dislike or find annoying can surprise us with positive traits, and it’s important to give them a chance.
What is the tone of the story?
The tone is initially negative and frustrated, but becomes more reflective and accepting towards the end.
