Boxcar Children Trivia
What are the names of the children in the story?
A) Henry, Jennifer, Veronica, and Benjamin
B) Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny
C) Harry, Joyce, Violet, and Benny
B) Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny
a person or thing that is annoying.
A nuisance
Where did Admiral Drake and Mr. Popper take the penguins to live?
the Arctic, the North Pole
Good at thinking of ways to do things; capable of dealing with difficult situations quickly and imaginatively.
Resourceful
The bond between Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny in "The Boxcar Children" highlights this important theme. This word represents a group of related people who support and care for each other.
Family
What did the children name the dog they found?
a) Watch
b) Walker
c) Benny
a) Watch
Often asking and inquiring; eager to learn.
Inquisitive
How did the Poppers and penguins travel across the US?
By Train
A spoon having a long handle with a bowl shaped like a cup.
Ladle
n both "The Boxcar Children" and "Mr. Popper's Penguins," the characters succeed because they help each other and share responsibilities. This word describes the process of working together effectively
Teamwork
The children went to the Dump to find treasures. What treasures did they find?
a) Furniture
b) cups and plates
c) a boxcar
b) cups and plates
With active strength or force; energetically or powerfully.
Vigorously
Why did Mr. Popper call city hall?
a)To change the law
b)To get a house
c)To get a penguin license
d)To see if they wanted it painted
c)To get a penguin license
A small natural stream of fresh water.
Brook
In "Mr. Popper's Penguins," Mr. Popper has to take care of the penguins and ensure they are healthy and safe. This word describes the duty of taking care of someone or something.
Responsibility
Henry cleaned Dr. Moore's garage. What did the Dr. give Henry?
A) Hammer and nails
B) A screwdriver
C) A wrench
Hammer and nails
Fine or rich in quality
elegant
What animal did the penguins get into a fight with in New York?
Seals
A piece of land where fruit trees are grown.
Orchard
In both books, characters achieve their goals by working together and helping each other. This word means working together towards a common goal.
Cooperation
Who did the children move in with?
Their grandfather, Mr. Alden
Showing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance.
Which one of these things was not something that the penguins performed?
a) Marched to the military march b)Body surf
c) Columbus and Nelson sparred c)Climbed a ladder
Body surf
Thinking or acting for oneself. Not needing the support or advice of another.
Independent
The children in "The Boxcar Children" use their creativity and cleverness to turn the boxcar into a comfortable home. This word means the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.
Resourcefulness