What did Kezia try to make for her father's birthday?

Correct answer: A pin cushion

Option A is correct: Kezia tried to make a pin cushion for her father’s birthday. The small handmade gift is important because it shows that, despite being afraid of her father, she wanted to please him and express affection. The governing concept is the contrast between a child’s love and her fear of an intimidating parent. Her intention was loving, even though the attempt caused an unfortunate misunderstanding. She did not make a hat, painting or cake, so options B, C and D are incorrect. The pin cushion also leads to the central incident in which she tears up her father’s important speech papers while looking for material to fill it.