What does 'beckoning' mean? (pg. 24)
To gesture with the hand to encourage someone to come nearer or follow
Who is the main character with The Chocolate Touch?
John Midas
What does 'devouring' mean? (pg. 48)
eating food hungrily or quickly
What does the word 'reprovingly' mean? (pg. 59)
in a way that shows that you do not approve of something that somebody has done
What does 'derisively' mean? (pg. 88)
in a manner expressing mockery or contempt
What trait did John have that gave him the chocolate touch?
selfishness
What was 'tonic' in this book?
John's medicine the doctor prescribed him for not eating his vegetables.
What was the the author's message in this story?
Don't be greedy.
What did the sign in the window of the store say in the end?
Sold