Characters
Who is the main character of "The Tale of Despereaux"?
Who is Despereaux?
What significant event occurs in Chapter 28 that impacts the lives of Miggery and her family?
King Phillip outlaws soup, leading to a soldier visiting Uncle and suggesting cake as an alternative
What is the term for the small openings in the castle walls?
What are mouseholes?
Complete the quote: "There is a mouse in the __________."
What is "soup"?
In which setting does most of the story take place?
What is the castle?
What is the name of the rat who plays a significant role in the story?
Who is Roscuro?
How does the soldier's visit to Uncle highlight the absurdity of King Phillip's decree?
The soldier's suggestion of cake as a replacement for soup emphasizes the silliness and impracticality of the law.
What is the meaning of the word "chiaroscuro" as it's used in the book?
What is the interplay of light and shadow?
Fill in the blank: "Gentlemen are __________."
What is "not what they seem"?
Name the place where Desperaux ends up after being banished from Mouseworld.
What is the dungeon?
Name the character who is a princess and plays an important part in the tale.
Who is Princess Pea?
Describe the plot point that involves Roscuro's desire for light and his role in the story.
What is Roscuro's fascination with light and his role in kidnapping Princess Pea?
What do you call a person who is responsible for protecting a king or queen?
What is a knight?
"Once upon a time, in the village of __________."
What is "Dor"?
In which setting does the climax of the story occur?
What is the castle's kitchen?
Which character is the one responsible for teaching Desperaux about chivalry and honor?
Who is Furlough?
What does Miggery's interaction with the princess reveal about her character?
Miggery's interactions with the princess highlight her kindness, compassion, and genuine desire to serve and protect the princess
Define the term "chivalry" as it's described in the story.
What is the code of honor, bravery, and gallant behavior of knights?
Who says: "I have not wished to think of you. To remember you. But now I find that I must."
Who is Princess Pea?
Where does Roscuro go in search of light?
What is the castle's chandelier?
This character is known for his obsession with soup. Who is he?
Who is Lester?
How does Miggery's role as a servant at the castle compare to her previous life?
Miggery's life at the castle offers a stark contrast to her previous life in the dungeon, providing her with a newfound sense of comfort and purpose.
What is the word used to describe the soup that is significant in the story's climax?
What is "rat soup"?
Who says: "The world is dark, and light is precious. Come closer, dear reader. You must trust me. I am telling you a story."
Who is the narrator?
What is the name of the kingdom where the story unfolds?
What is the Kingdom of Dor?