The context of the following conversation is Quinn was getting ready to go to a dinner party. Quinn made soup for the others.:
Quinn says I'm just about ready to go to the dinner party..
The friend responds What's the hold up?.
Quinn responds I just have to make soup for my brothers and sisters..
The friend responds Where are your parents?.
Quinn responds They're out for the evening.  The kids can stay by themselves--they just can't make dinner..
The friend responds Well, can I help? You need to hurry or you' ll be late..