This vocabulary word means "to relieve temporarily" or "a short break."
What is RESPITE?
100
When Mrs. Frisby returned to the winter home, she gave him the medicine that Mr. Ages had prescribed.
Describe his reaction to the medicine.
What is LOWER FEVER, EASIER BREATHING, AND A SLOWER HEART BEAT.
100
The title of Chapter 5, "Five Days," refers to THIS event in Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh.
What is FIVE DAYS UNTIL THE NEW LINCH PIN ARRIVES.
100
Jeremy agrees to help Mrs. Frisby find a solution to her problem, because of THIS previous event.
What is HE OWES HER A FAVOR FOR SAVING HIS LIFE?
100
Describe the "essence" of a spring day.
What is THE SMELL OF FLOWERS, WARM WEATHER, GROWING TREES AND PLANTS, SUNSHINE, RAIN, A COOL BREEZE, ETC.
200
Use context clues to determine the meaning of the vocab word:
"The car made a loud SPUTTERING noise when it pulled out of the parking lot."
What is "explosive popping or sizzling sounds?"
200
When Mrs. Frisby went outside for the first time after Timothy took the medicine, she found THIS waiting for her.
What is A SPRING DAY?
200
THIS vantage point gave Mrs. Frisby a good look at Mr. Fitzgibbon's tractor situation.
What is A HOLE IN THE CORNER FENCE POST.
200
Mrs. Frisby believes that Jeremy could help her, because he possesses what advantage?
What is HE KNOWS PLACES AND ANIMALS. HE CAN ALSO FLY.
200
This character is best known for the intelligence and wisdom imparted in his/her quotes.
Who is MR. FRISBY?
300
This vocabulary word means "a position of advantage."
What is VANTAGE?
300
In Chapter 4, Mrs. Frisby brainstorms possible solutions to her problem. THIS is the reason that Mrs. Frisby gives for Timothy not being able to move to the summer home on Moving Day.
What is TIMOTHY CANNOT BREATHE THE COLD AIR IN THE COLD, DAMP SUMMER HOME.
300
As Mrs. Frisby made her way down the fence post, she made THIS big mistake.
What is SHE DIDN'T LOOK OUT FOR DRAGON?
300
Jeremy suggests that Mrs. Frisby seek advice from THIS new character.
Who is THE OWL?
300
"Plummeted" and "Reassured" are both considered this part of speech.
What is A VERB?
400
Use context clues to determine the meaning of the vocabulary word:
"The police SUBDUED the criminal when he tried to escape."
What is "to control"?
400
This new character is described as a tiny animal with a sharp wit, as well as "unpopular and having a reputation for short tempers and large appetites."
What is THE SHREW?
400
When Mrs. Frisby jumped down from the hole in the fence post, she made THIS big mistake.
What is SHE DIDN'T LOOK OUT FOR DRAGON?
400
Jeremy and Mrs. Frisby agree on a suitable favor at the end of Chapter 5. This is a description of the favor.
What is JEREMY WILL FLY MRS. FRISBY TO SEE THE OWL AND BACK HOME AGAIN.
400
This CRISIS/CONFLICT forces Mrs. Frisby to seek help from the Owl.
What is TIMOTHY IS TOO SICK/WEAK TO MOVE ON MOVING DAY.
500
This vocabulary word means "easy to use."
What is CONVENIENT?
500
The end of Chapter 4 closes with action and excitement as Mrs. Frisby hears Mr. Fitzgibbon's tractor start. This feeling of anticipation is referred to as ...
What is A CLIFF HANGER?
500
The rats of Nimh were carrying THIS as they marched toward the rosebush.
What is A BLACK ELECTRIC CABLE?
500
The Owl can only be asked for advice at THIS time of the day.
What is DUSK?
500
Describe the SETTING of "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh."
What is MR. FITZGIBBON'S FARM AND VEGETABLE GARDEN?