Story Facts
Where do Jack and Annie travel in this book?
Japan (feudal Japan / old Japan)
What is Jack’s sister’s name?
Annie
What do you call a person who fights with honor in old Japan?
Book sentence & chapter: “Jack knew that the samurai were fierce Japanese fighters.” (Chapter 6: Shadow Warrior)
Samurai
What popular Korean snack is shaped like a fish and filled with red bean or custard?
붕어빵 (Bungeoppang)
Name a K-pop group that has more than 5 members.
BTS, TWICE, SEVENTEEN, NCT, etc. (many possible answers)
What animal helps Jack and Annie during their adventure?
A mouse named Peanut
Who is the magical librarian that owns the tree house?
Morgan le Fay
What is the meaning of “stealth”?
Book sentence & chapter:
“Very little is known about the shadowy warriors called ninjas.” (Chapter 3: E-hy! / from the ninja book Jack reads)
“They moved silently and swiftly—two shadow warriors returning home.” (Chapter 10: 'Night, Peanut)
Moving secretly or quietly to avoid being seen or heard
What is the name of the spicy rice cake dish often sold by street vendors?
떡볶이 (Tteokbokki)
What color belt do you usually get after white in taekwondo?
Yellow
What does the ninja master tell Jack and Annie to remember?
Use nature, be nature, follow nature
What do the ninjas wear to hide their faces?
Black scarves (or masks)
What word means “to move quietly like a shadow”?
Book sentence & chapter:
“The ninjas moved like ghosts through the forest. They appeared and disappeared, through moonlight and shadows.” (Chapter 6: Shadow Warrior)
Sneak (or move like a shadow, creep, or “ghost”)
What kind of milk is famous in Korea for its banana flavor?
Banana milk (바나나 우유)
In 피구 (dodgeball), what do you do if you catch a ball thrown at you?
The thrower is out (or you stay in and sometimes get to bring a teammate back in)
What is the special item Jack and Annie receive at the end of the story?
A moonstone
Who do Jack and Annie meet in the dark cave?
The ninja master
What is a “moonstone”?
Book sentence & chapter:
“He gave Jack a small, round stone. ‘This moonstone will help you find your missing friend,’ the master said.” (Chapter 10: 'Night, Peanut)
A smooth, glowing stone Jack receives from the ninja master
What crunchy, sweet snack is made with honey and puffed rice?
강정 (Gangjeong)
Which K-pop group sings the song “Dynamite”?
BTS
Who do Jack and Annie need to help by finding the four things?
Morgan le Fay
What does Annie use to carry Peanut, the mouse?
The pouch of her sweatshirt (or her sock at the end)
What is a “samurai”?
Book sentence & chapter:
“The samurai were fierce Japanese fighters. They carried two swords to cut down their enemies.” (Chapter 7: To the East)
A Japanese warrior who served a lord; known for their skill and honor
What is the name of the shaved ice dessert with sweet toppings, popular in summer?
빙수 (Bingsu)
What is a “dobok” used for in taekwondo?
It is the uniform worn for taekwondo practice