Characters
Who goes to the store at a strange time?
The Dad
What drink is part of the title?
Cherry Coke
Is Shivam staying a child or starting to grow up?
Starting to grow up
Whose tiredness does the narrator finally notice?
The mom
Stress and hidden struggles
What does the Shivam's repeated "I know" show about their character?
Them becoming aware and accepting the situation.
What does Mom do to Shivams hair?
She squeezes it
What theme is shown when Shivam realizes "It doesn't add up"?
Coming to awareness
How does the relationship between Shivam and the Mom change by the end?
They share an unspoken understanding of the truth.
What is Dad's excuse about Cherry Coke important to the story?
Its a cover for something bigger/shows deception.
To show how everyday life can hide deeper truths.