Mr. Popper
What is Mr. Popper's job?
House painter
What does Captain Cook do to Mrs. Popper when he first meets her?
He pecks at her.
Why was Captain Cook sick?
He was lonely.
What are Mr. Popper's kids' names?
Janie and Bill
What is Mr. Popper's dream?
To explore the North and South Pole
Nelson and Columbus fight
March
Tobaggan
What is the name of the man who sent Greta?
Dr. Smith
What town do the Poppers live in?
Stillwater
How does Mr. Popper get a penguin?
He hears Admiral Drake from the South Pole who says he will send Mr. Popper a surprise, which is a penguin.
In Chapter 17, what kind of food do the penguins get for free?
Shrimp
What are the two choices Mr. Popper has to choose between?
Movie deal or going to the North Pole
What instrument does Mrs. Popper play during the show?
Piano
Why does Mr. Popper get arrested?
He went to the wrong theater.
Name a city the penguins travel to for their show
Boston
Seattle
New York City
What are 2 things that happen in the book that are funny?
Many answers will count!
Why does Mr. Popper start performing with the penguins?
His family needs money.
Why does Mr. Popper ride in the baggage car with the penguins?
He didn't want them to get nervous.
Name all 12 penguins
Captain Cook
Greta
Jenny
Louisa
Adelina
Scott
Nelson
Columbus
Magellan
Ferdinand
Isabella
Victoria
Why doesn't Mr. Popper like Mr. Greenbaum's name of "Popper's Pink-toed Penguins?"
Mr. Popper said the penguins wouldn't like it.
What do the Poppers put into the cellar for the penguins?
Ice rink
Pool