Vocabulary
A list of things to be done or talked about. (n)
The vocabulary word is agenda.
What was on the agenda at the family meeting?
The agenda at the family meeting was that the family is growing.
What does Clementine want to do for her younger brother's birthday?
Clementine wants to throw her younger brother a party for his birthday.
By the smallest amount; only just. (adv)
The vocabulary word is barely.
Other than a new baby sibling, what does Clementine actually think is happening?
Clementine actually thinks they are finally going to get a gorilla.
Name one reason Clementine gives for four being the ideal number for a family. (Answers may vary)
A reason Clementine gives for four being the ideal number for a family is:
There are four sides to a puzzle.
Four can all fit in a car.
There are four sides to the kitchen table.
Two kids, two grown-ups
Two boys, two girls
To bend or slant. (v)
The vocabulary word is lean.
How old are Clementine and her younger brother in the story?
Clementine is eight and a half and her younger brother is almost four in the story.
Name all the nicknames for Clementine's younger brother. (5 names)
The nicknames for Clementine's brother are Parsnip, Zucchini, Lima Bean, Pea Pod, and Cauliflower.
To open or expand out. (v)
The vocabulary word is spread.
How would you describe Clementine's reaction to hearing she's getting a new sibling?
I would describe Clementine's reaction to hearing she's getting a new sibling as quite angry because she yells "NO THANKY YOU!"
How do Clementine's parents explain change to her?
Clementine's parents explain change to her by saying that change is a part of life and nobody's ever ready for it.
To say that one is sorry. (v)
The vocabulary word is apologize.