Vocabulary
What does "pert" mean?
High spirited
Who is Sir Edmund de Lisle?
A nobleman who employs Roger as his minstrel
How does Adam embarrass himself in the carriage with Margery?
He plays his harp to go along with Roger's story but is so tired he forgets to tune it, and the notes sound sour.
"...it's well to have a second string to your bow."
What does this expression mean?
It's good to have options or a back-up plan.
Comprehension Question:
What does Adam give Dame Malkin upon his departure? What does she give him in return?
He gives her a comfit (candied fruit or nut), and she gives him strawberries in a cabbage leaf.
What does "monotonous" mean?
Dull, tedious, or boring
Year the story begins
Why do Roger and Adam leave for London?
Roger is Sir Edmund's minstrel, so he must go wherever Edmund goes.
"The Romans made this road hundreds and hundreds of years ago. It will be here hundreds and hundreds of years after we're gone."
_______ to _______
Roger to Adam
Identification Question:
Who is Perkin?
Adam's friend at St. Alban's school
What does "rotary" mean?
Circular
Who is Margery de Lisle?
The pretty little girl in the carriage whom Adam tried to impress; the daughter of the wealthy Edmund de Lisle
Why does Adam like bread best in August?
It is sweet and fresh.
"Keep your eyes open, boy. You may see big things happening."
_______ to _______
The Old Man to Adam
Vocabulary Question:
What does "solemn" mean?
Highly serious
What does "wavered" mean?
Hesitated
A friendly squire who teaches Adam new words at the de Lisle house
Simon Talbot
What historical event does the old man tell Adam about?
He tells him about the procession and signing of the Magna Carta (Great Charter).
"But never mind. Green apples ripen in time."
What does this expression mean?
Things get better in time.
Quotation Question:
"Today he's coming! I know it!"
Who says the quotation?
Who is coming?
Adam says the quotation.
Roger is coming.
What does "daunted" mean?
Discouraged
What is St. Giles' Fair?
One of the largest fairs held in England and on the continent
What do Roger and Adam do in St. Paul's Cathedral?
They read the scroll from Sir Edmund.
"There's no war horse in the world that's half as good as Nick!"
_______ to _______
Adam to the Merchant
Identification Question:
Magna Carta; a legal document protecting the rights of citizens
The Great Charter