Mr. Popper
What unexpected event happens to Mr. Popper?
Admiral Drake speaks to him over the radio.
List things Mr. Popper does to make Captain Cook more comfortable in his new home.
He gives him ice cubes to sleep on, lets him stay in the refrigerator, decides to buy shrimp, and puts air holes in the refrigerator.
He suggests they teach the penguins to perform.
Name a word from the book that means piercing.
Shrill
Trooped
Why do you think the policeman visits the Popper home?
The service man probably complained that something crazy was going on.
How do the Poppers know something is wrong with Captain Cook?
Captain Cook sits sadly in the refrigerator, he won't eat, his coat isn't glossy anymore, and he has a high temperature.
Why does the family get kicked off the bus?
Passengers complain that it is too cold because of the open windows.
Name a word from the book that means upright in posture of position.
Erect
Name a word from the book that means to turn away someone's attention.
Distract
The policeman suggests that Mr. Popper call City hall about a license.
Why does the veterinarian think Captain Cook's case is hopeless?
How do the penguins get the chance to perform for a live audience?
Another act doesn't show up, so they go on as a replacement.
Name a word from the book that means neat and clean.
Tidy
Name a word from the book that means joyful; elated.
Ecstatic
How does Mr. Popper resolve the egg problem?
He puts the extra eggs under hot water bottles and electric heating pads.
As a last resort, what does Mr. Popper do to help Captain Cook? What is the grand result of Mr. Popper's effort?
He writes a letter to the aquarium asking for help. Greta, a sick penguin from the aquarium, comes to keep Captain Cook company.
How do audiences respond to the penguins?
The penguins are well-received.
Name a word from the book that means coast or slid down.
Tobogganed
Name a word from the book that means energetic and active.
Lively
What does Admiral Drake offer Mr. Popper? What is the exciting surprise that Mr. Popper receives as the boat is about to sail?
Admiral Drake wants to take the intelligent penguisn to the North Pole to establish a breed called the Popper Arctic Penguin. Admiral Drake asks Mr. Popper to come along to the North Pole as keeper of the Penguins!
How many eggs does Greta lay in total, and how frequently does an egg appear?
She lays a new egg every third day until there are ten in all.
What action does the theater manager take against Mr. Popper?
He has a warrant taken out for Mr. Popper's arrest for being a disturber of the peace.
Name a word from the book that means inactive.
Idle
Name a word from the book that means costing a lot of money.
Expensive