;)
What kind of bird was Alex? p. 2-3
"Alex was an African Grey parrot."
In the past, scientists did not believe animals could think. Does Irene believe this? p. 4-5
Was it a surprise when Alex died? Why? p. 14
"He was 31 years old, which is young for a parrot. Parrots often live for 50-70 years."
How did Alex prove that he could add? p. 11
"And when Irene made a series of clicking sounds, he could correctly add up the clicks!"
Is this book fiction or nonfiction? Why?
It is about something that really happened.
Which chapter introduces us to the main characters/actors in this book?
Meet Alex and Irene
What are some things that made Alex remarkable? p. 15
He could add, count, and identify "same" and "different."
Does Alex know how to make the sound for p? Why or why not? p.6-7
"It's almost impossible to make a "p" sound without lips!"
How did Alex show that he could communicate? p. 16
"He could show off what he had learned. He could express his pleasures and his frustrations. He could be bossy and he could be loving--and he could express it all in words."
What does "avian" mean?
"relating to birds"
How many syllables are in the word "express?"
2
What is the suffix in the word "sadness?"
ness
How many syllables are in the word "intelligence?"
4
What was the term Alex used for cake?
Yummy bread
How many vowels are in the word "intelligence?"
5
What is the suffix in the word "achievements?"
-ment
-s
When and how often do you get a prize from Mrs. Thieme?
Every other week on ________
When we get 3 stickers for coming on time.
Have you ever had a pet?
???
What is the next major holiday?
Thanksgiving
Why do we have fire drills?
To practice what to do when there is a fire.