Humphrey
What kind of animal is Humphrey?
A hamster
What is the setting of Humphrey’s adventures?
The setting is the classroom, school, and Potter's Pond.
What did Mr. Brisbane make for Humphrey when he went to their house for the weekend?
His own sailboat
What do you call a flag that has a skull and crossbones on it?
Jolly Roger
Who is the author of Adventures According to Humphrey?
Betty G. Birney
What does Humphrey live in?
In a hamster cage
What device does Humphrey teach himself how to use in the library?
A remote
What non-living thing did Humphrey admire in the fish tank?
The small boat
Who entertains Humphrey at night by talking and singing like a pirate?
Aldo, the night time custodian
How many chapters are in the book?
12 chapters
What is the room number of Humphrey's classroom?
Room 26
Where does Humphrey go when he sneaks out of his cage at night?
He sneaks out of his cage to go to the school library.
What is the name used for someone who doesn't know how to sail?
Landlubber
At the end of the story, Mr. Fitch, the librarian, gave Humphrey something special for his bravery and contributions to the class. What did he give Humphrey?
He gave Humphrey his own library card.
Is this book fiction or non-fiction?
Fiction
What does Humphrey write about in his notebook?
Suggested answer: He writes about things he is interested in learning more about.
What kind of contest is the class preparing for?
A boat sailing contest
How did Gail want to decorate her sail but her mother disagreed?
She wanted to keep it plain white.
What lesson does Richie and Kirk learn at the end of the story?
They learn to work together.
Vocabulary time! What do you call the body of a boat?
The hull
What adjective does Humphrey use to describe the color of his fur?
Golden
What movie did Humphrey love to watch at night?
Treasure Island
What saved Humphrey at the pond during the sailing race?
Richie's submarine
Humphrey's first human friend was Ms. Mac. What country did Ms. Mac move to when she left Humphrey?
Brazil
Vocabulary time! What did Humphrey do whenever he wanted to learn more about a subject? (Hint: It begins with a pirate's favorite letter.)
Research