The Flag Maker
The US was at war with Britain
It is as tall as a 22-story building.
a drama or play
Why does Gigi decide to leave his house?
He wants to see adventure and fortune
What was the warning that Mother Grizzly give the cubs?
She tells them not to go downriver.
Who helped stitch the flag?
Caroline's grandmother, cousins, Mother's slave and servants
What is the statue made of?
It's made of copper.
What is Pecos Bill's nickname?
The King of the Cowboys.
How does he help the old woman and what does he get in return?
He carries a heavy sack and gets a talking cat, dog, and a magical ring.
What happens to the cubs when they disobey Mother Grizzly?
They fall asleep on what is really the seed of a mountain and get trapped.
What did the military officers ask Caroline and her mother, Mary?
They ordered an large American flag for Fort McHenry so the British will have no trouble seeing it from a distance.
Where did the statue come from and how long did it take?
It came from France and it took 9 years.
What was Bill's parents' grand idea? And what happened to Bill?
Their grand idea was to move to West and build a big house for everyone but Bill gets bounced out of the wagon.
Who is Maliarda? And what does she wish for?
She is the most beautiful girl in Italy and a daughter of an eminent lord. She wishes them to go to the top of the highest mountain.
Why can't Hawk help Mother Grizzly?
The wind won't let Hawk reach the little ones.
It took 6 weeks.
How many boxes were used to ship the statue to America?
214 boxes
What made Bill realize that he was different?
He didn't have a tail
They get help from a mouse.
What do people call the Measuring Worm? And what does it mean?
People call him "Tu-tok-a-na"
It means "Little Curl-Stretch"
Why were the flags important?
The navy ships could communicate with each other and officers could direct their men during battles on land.
What is the statue's full name?
What is the nickname?
Liberty Enlightening the World.
Lady Liberty
What was the big problem in Texas? And how did Bill solve it?
What is the important lesson that Gigi learns?
You only get from people what you give to people.
How does the Measuring Worm console the cubs?
He tells them surely Mother Grizzly is the bravest creature in the valley so they shouldn't be afraid.