Book Info
Who are the authors of Mr. Popper's Penguins?
Richard and Florence Atwater
How much money did Mr. Popper pay the serviceman?
$10
What does Mrs. Popper say that Mr. Popper looks like when he is all dressed up?
A Penguin
A white or light colored wash for walls, ceilings
Calcimine
What awards has Mr. Popper's Penguins won?
Newberry Honor and Young Reader's Choice
What animal did the policeman think was loose in the Popper's house?
A Lion
The photographer thought Captain Cook was a _________?
a. crow
b. robin
c. robot
d. pelican
d. pelican
Grave, mirthless
Solemnly
Where do penguins live?
Southern Hemisphere or Antarctica
How old do you have to be to get a driver's license?
16 years old
How did Captain Cook help Mrs. Popper?
a. by cooking dinner
b. by picking up the house
c. by entertaining the children
d. by getting Mr. Popper to find a job
b. by picking up the house
Late, delayed
Belatedly
Who are penguin's predators?
Seals, Killer Whales, Sharks, Dogs, Snakes, etc.
True or False: The serviceman drilled holes into the refrigerator and put a handle inside.
True!
True or False: Mr. Callahan was excited to see the penguin.
False!
Feeling strong displeasure at something considered insulting
Indignantly
How much does an average penguin weigh?
60 - 90 pounds
Why did the policeman say the penguin was O.K. for Mr. Popper to have?
It is only a bird and as long as he keeps him in a cage.
List 3 things Captain Cook took from around the house to make his nest.
- string
- coins (Pennies)
- magezines
- old newspaper
A breeding place or colony of birds/animals (penguins and seals)
Rookery