Pumpkin Fun Facts
Are pumpkins fruits or veggies?
Fruits
Why did Joshua Summerhayes decide to run in the race?
Joshua decided to run in the race because he loved running and wanted to prove that he could win even though he was older.
What gave Joshua energy to run?
Pumpkin
What is a marathon?
Who illustrated the story?
Brad Sneed
Pumpkins can only be orange. True or False?
False
What did Joshua carry with him during the race, and why was it special?
Joshua carried a pumpkin with him during the race. It was special because it was his favorite pumpkin, and he believed it gave him strength and energy.
How many runners were in the race?
9
What is a diet?
The food someone eats
What lesson did you learn from the story?
What continent are pumpkins from?
(North America, South America, Antarctica, Africa, Europe, Asia, India)
North America
How did the other runners react to Joshua and his pumpkin at the beginning of the race?
The other runners laughed at Joshua and his pumpkin, thinking it was silly and that he wouldn’t be able to win.
How much money did the winner receive?
$10,000
What is perseverance?
Never give up
Who is the author?
Marsha Diane Arnold
When someone carves a face into a pumpkin, then puts a candle/light inside... what is that called?
Jack O Lantern
What happened to Joshua during the race that showed his determination?
Joshua faced challenges like getting tired and having to run through difficult terrain, but he kept going and didn’t give up, showing his determination.
What time did the race start?
8am
What is a competitor?
Someone in a contest
Fall/Autumn
In what month are pumpkins mostly sold?
Ocotober
How did the townspeople react when Joshua won the race?
The townspeople were surprised and cheered for Joshua when he won the race, realizing that his determination and love for running helped him succeed.
Who gulped down the "secret power punch"?
Joshua
What is energy?
What was your favorite part of the book?
All answers :)