Chapter 1
What is the name of the main character introduced in Chapter 1?
Kenny or Kennith
What exciting news does Kenny’s dad share with him?
There’s a new neighbor in town.
What is the dragon’s name?
Grahame.
What does Grahame like to read?
Poetry and classic literature.
Who does Kenny run to tell about his new friend?
George the badger.
What animal is Kenny?
Rabbit
What kind of creature has moved into the hill near Kenny’s home?
A dragon
How does Grahame act when Kenny first meets him?
Friendly, polite, and a little theatrical.
How does Grahame feel about knights and fighting?
He thinks it’s silly and pointless.
How do the townspeople react when they hear about Grahame?
They are frightened and angry; they want the dragon gone.
What does Kenny love to do more than anything else?
Read
How do the townspeople feel about the new neighbor at first?
They are scared and suspicious.
What does Grahame enjoy doing instead of fighting?
Reading, poetry, eating, and relaxing.
What story does Grahame share with Kenny about dragons?
Stories about dragons who like peace instead of battle.
Who is George, and why is he important?
George is Kenny’s best friend and also the retired knight (champion) of the kingdom.
Where does Kenny and his family live?
On a farm in the town of Roundbrook.
Why does Kenny’s dad send him to check out the neighbor?
Because Kenny is clever, careful, and can read—he’ll know what to do.
What surprises Kenny most about Grahame’s personality?
That Grahame is gentle and loves books, not fierce or scary.
How do Kenny and Grahame become closer friends in this chapter?
They talk about books and share ideas, realizing they are alike.
What does the king want George to do?
To fight and defeat Grahame the dragon.
How is Kenny different from the other rabbits in town?
He is very curious and loves books.
What does this chapter suggest about judging someone before you meet them?
You shouldn’t judge someone just by their reputation or looks.
Why do you think Toni Diterlizzi made Grahame so different from what readers expect a dragon to be?
To show that appearances can be deceiving, and friendship can be found in surprising places.
What lesson about friendship do you see growing between Kenny and Grahame here?
True friends accept each other for who they are.
What problem does Kenny realize he must solve by the end of this chapter?
He must stop his two best friends—George and Grahame—from fighting each other.