The Basics
How many parts does this story have?
2
Who was the main character?
Addison Addley
What is an observatory?
A building to look at space.
What was Addison's speech about?
The things that are not there.
Where was Addison's mom trying to go in Part 1?
The observatory.
How many paragraphs did both stories have put together?
33.
Who was a minor character in part 1?
Addison's mom.
What are alfalfa sprouts?
Explain why Addison only wrote six lines for his speech.
He did not want to write more, he felt that if he wrote 6 lines, it would be enough.
How did Addison get his topic idea?
The microwave
What was the setting of the story (part 1 and part 2)?
At Addison's house (part 1) and Addison's school (part 2).
Who was a minor character in part 2?
Sam
What is starlight?
Light that comes from stars.
Why did Addison not think about his speech until Sunday?
He had other things he wanted to do.
What topic was the introduction of our story about?
Speeches
What other stories has our author wrote within your workbook?
None!
Who was the last person to give their speech?
Addison.
What is astronomy?
The study of stars.
Why does Addison's mom think she has her times mixed up?
How did Addison prepare for his speech?
He wrote 6 lines.
Based on what we read about Addison, what character traits do you think he has? List 3 or more.
[Answers will vary]
He enjoys sports more than school, he does not work very hard with school work, he enjoys sports.
What does gushed mean in this story?
Spoke passionately about.
How do we know Addison's mom was in a rush?
She was throwing french toast around the kitchen!
How do you think Addison did on his speech based on how the story ended?
Likely not well. The story ended with Addison not feeling as prepared.