Answers: Chapter 8
Thanks for Making My Day, Busker!
Comprehension Questions
- What is a busker?
Answer: A busker is someone who performs on the street in a public place. They can do any performance like sing or do tricks.
2. Describe one way that a busker may interact with the audience?
Answer: A busker may take requests, my have someone join in the performance, they may get money or other feedback.
3. Why does the writer describe the busker as self-employed?
Answer: They decide when and where they will work. They determine their hours and show. A busker also gets money for their show.
4. How does a busker benefit from being surrounded by businesses?
They may be able to use facilities or get water. They also have a relationship with a business owner and my increase the number of customers or keep the customers happy.
5. How could the audience reward the busker?
They can give them money.
6. When was the last time that you saw a busker? What impression or feeling did they give you?
Answers may vary.
7. Would you encourage someone to preform on the street? Why or why not?
Answers may vary.
