Characters
Who is the main character who wants to build the fort?
Ruby
What does Ruby find that gives her the idea to build a fort?
A bunch of old wood.
Where do the characters spend most of their time building?
The backyard
Ruby asks who will help her draw the plans. What does "plans" mean here?
Drawings/blueprints of how to build it
Why does Ruby decide not to let her brothers play in the fort at first?
Because they refused to help build it
Name the three brothers who refuse to help Ruby.
Oscar Lee, Rodrigo, and José
What do the brothers do while Ruby is hard at work building?
They play, lounge, and watch her
What tool does Ruby use to turn the dirt before laying the foundation?
A shovel
Oscar Lee says building is too hard. What is an antonym (opposite) of hard?
Easy
This book is a modern retelling of what famous classic fairy tale?
The Little Red Hen
Who helps Ruby hammer the nails when the brothers say no?
Her grandma / Abuela
What do the brothers do to try and make up for not helping with the building?
They help decorate and paint it red
What colorful supply do the brothers bring at the very end of construction?
Red Paint
The book says Ruby convalesced or persevered? (Choose the word that means she kept trying even when it was tough
Persevered
What lesson do the brothers learn by the end of the story?
If you want to enjoy the rewards, you have to contribute to the work
Which brother explicitly says, "Not I," when asked to help gather supplies?
Rodrigo
What delicious treat is shared inside the fort once it is completely finished?
Feast/snacks/cookies
What did Ruby lay down first so the fort would have a straight and sturdy base?
The foundation/boards
What does the word construction mean in the story?
The act of building something
How does Ruby's attitude change from the beginning of the book to the end?
She goes from asking for help to taking charge, and finally to being forgiving
Describe how the brothers' expressions change from the start of the book to the final scene.
They go from smug/lazy to regretful, then helpful and happy
List the four main steps of building the fort in order, from finding boards to the final touch.
Finding boards/planning, gathering supplies, building/hammering, painting
Besides the backyard, what indoor room is shown when Ruby is drawing her initial sketches?
The Kitchen/dining area
What is a fortress or fort, and what is its main purpose?
A safe, enclosed structure used for shelter or play
How does Ruby show she is a strong leader throughout the book?
She doesn't give up when people doubt her, does it herself, but still welcomes them when they help