1. What made Ray think the visitor was not really a shopper?
Explanation:
The elderly, sharp eyes of Ray recognised that the tardy guest was not a shopper. There was no friendliness in the visitor's opinion.
2. Why do you think he had come to the shop?
Explanation:
I think he went to the shop to rob it. He required money like crazy.
3. How did Ray communicate with him?
Explanation:
Ray, who was hard of hearing, used a notepad and a pen to converse with his visitor.
4. What do you think the man said to his friend who waited at the door?
Explanation:
The man would have mentioned the shop's deaf owner to his companion who was waiting outside.
5. Ray wasn't a pawnbroker. But why would he lend money in exchange for people's used watches and clocks?
Explanation:
Ray was a wonderful person. He was not a pawnbroker, a person who lends money in exchange for the security of an item. But he was always willing to assist those in need. That is why he gave individuals money in return for their old watches and clocks.
6. “The watch has amazing powers despite being ordinary. ” What kind of "great talents" did it possess?
Explanation:
It was incredibly potent in that it shielded Ray from any harm that the late-night visitors might have physically inflicted. That also prevented the visitors from pulling a robbery. They needed money, so they used the watch as collateral to get it.
7. Do you believe the man would return to retrieve the watch?
Explanation:
No, I don't think the older man would come back to get the watch. More money than the watch was paid to him.
8. When did the visitor's "unfriendly visage" actually start to smile?
Explanation:
When the guest was given a fifty dollar bill in exchange, his displeased attitude changed.
in place of his usual watch. Both Ray and the older man believed the watch was not pricey enough. The result was that the elderly man truly felt thankful for Ray's consideration.
9. First, who was Ray? What was his disability?
Explanation:
The owner of an antique clock shop was Ray. He was profoundly dumb and deaf. He conducted conversations with his clients on a notepad.
10. Who were the two hurried customers who came into Ray's store?
Explanation:
Just before Ray's shop closed, the two visitors came. One was under 50, the other was getting close to that age. They developed a cunning plan to take Ray's money.
11. What were the two customers' issues? They planned to try what, what?
Explanation:
The two visitors to Ray's shop were in dire need of cash. They were prepared to use force to take Ray's money.
12. How did Ray deal with the vile-minded customers?
Explanation:
Ray attempted to conceal his growing dread. The older man seemed hostile to him and was holding a weapon. He didn't lose his cool, though. He bought a used watch with a fifty dollar cash. The man was glad about this. Before leaving the shop, he wished Ray a happy holiday.
13. As they chimed "Happy Christmas," what message were the old clocks conveying?
Explanation:
All of the vintage timepieces and clocks in Ray's shop chimed simultaneously. They disseminate "the gospel of peace on earth and good will towards all.".
14. Ray's personality may be summed up in around 80 words. What aspects of Ray most impress you?
Explanation:
Ray was the owner of an antique clock shop and was also hard of hearing. He repaired old clocks and sold them. He communicated with his customers on paper and with a pen. Yet, he was well-informed and experienced. He was furious when he saw a gun in the man's pocket. He yet maintained his composure. He was also kind and supportive. He paid his helpless guests too much. He was happy to see the unwanted guests leave.
15. How did Ray deliver a timeless message from the antique clock?
Explanation:
Ray was a retired, hard-of-hearing clock merchant. Also, he used to pay people in need in exchange for the storage of their antique clocks. Two clients approached him as he was preparing to close his shop. He wondered what they were up to. He didn't panic, though. He made a $50 offer in exchange for an old clock. He acted in a way that promoted harmony and peace. The clock's melody had a positive message. All three of the persons standing in the shop heard the timeless message of goodwill for all people and peace on earth.