Comp for the Brave
Why is Julian lonely at the beginning of the story?
There are no kids his age on his street.
(DOULE JEOPARDY: 200pts) How can you tell that Julian does not like to be embarrassed?
because he plans to go home if Gloria laughs and he doesn't tell her he doesn't know what Newport is.
A place where a string has been tied
knot
sad about being by yourself
lonely
Why does it take three days for the mother penguin to reach the water?
The shore is frozen for miles.
Which words BEST describes Gloria?
serious and kind
"I'm Gloria," she said. "I come from Newport. Do you know where Newport is?" I wasn't sure, but I didn't tell Gloria. "It's a town on the ocean," I said. What does this tell you about Julian?
that he does not want to seem foolish, he is prideful.
To think of a way to do something
plan
the same as
copy
What must the father penguin do to keep the egg on his feet?
Shuffle when he walks to balance the egg.
(DOUBLE JEOPARDY: 600pts) Why does Gloria climb down from the tree and quit watching the robins?
She can tell she is upsetting the robins
Why does Julian show Gloria his room and his things?
He is trying to be friendly/become friends.
Not joking; thoughtful
seriously
In a strong or rough way
heavily
How do father penguins survive without food while they care for their chicks?
They have a layer of fat that keeps them alive.
"The kite started to rise. The tail jerked heavily like a long white snake." Why does the author compare the kite's tail to a snake?
to show how the kite looks: it is white, long, thin, and wiggling in the air. It is shaped like a snake.
What is the author comparing when she says "like a tired bird, the kite fell at our feet."
kites and birds
to reply back
answer
To think or believe that something is true
guessed
How do penguins send messages to each other?
By trumpeting and whistling
Why does Gloria believe that their wishes will come true?
The wind took all the wishes off the kite's tail.
How do Julian's feelings change by the end of the story?
He feels sure that he and Gloria will be friends. He is okay with being friends with a girl. He is not lonely anymore.
To say or write something back as a reply
Answer
In a way that is very quick and without warning
Suddenly
What would happen to a penguin if its skin got wet while swimming?
It would get cold.