Characters
Who teaches Brightbill about many things that a goose needs to know?
Loudwing
True or False: Chitchat is a good listener.
True
Where does Rockmouth live?
In the pond.
What does "soar" mean?
to fly high through the air.
Why is it important for Brightbill to learn how to fly?
So that he can migrate with the other geese.
What is the name of Brightbill's new squirrel friend?
Chitchat
True or false: Roz is capable of defecating.
False
What is the name of the beaver's home? (they call their house this nickname)
The streamcatcher
what does "instinct" mean?
A natural behavior an animal is born knowing.
Why is Brightbill different than the other geese?
He was raised by a robot.
What is the name of the fish that chases Brightbill through the water and almost eats him?
Rockmouth
What is Brightbill choking on when Roz turns him upside down?
Pebbles
what changes in the environment signal that migration is coming?
The weather becomes colder and the seasons change.
Continuing to try even when something is difficult.
Complete the sentence:
Brightbill learns that mistakes help you ______.
Learn (or improve).
What kind of fish is Rockmouth?
Pike
What does Loudwing say to Roz about Brightbill eating pebbles?
That it is actually okay for him to swallow a few, because it will help him digest the food in his stomach.
Why do the geese need to leave the island?
They need to migrate to a warmer place because fall/winter is coming.
What does "independent" mean?
Able to do things on your own.
Which two characters have the biggest influence on Brightbill's life?
Roz and Loudwing
What are the names of the mom and dad deer from the deer family?
Tawny and Crownpoint.
Roz feels happy when she sees Chitchat and Brightbill playing together. Why?
Because it brings her joy that her baby has a friend to play with. She is happy/excited that Brightbill has another animal friend.
How is the island different from the place Roz came from?
it is wild and natural instead of human made.
Define "migrate"
To move from one place to another with the seasons.
Why is practice important in this part of the book?
It helps Brightbill become a stronger flyer.