Character
Who is the character that is afraid of snakes?
Floyd
What does the word "proclaimed" mean?
announced or decalred
Where do Floyd, Oliver, and Monica find themselves at the beginning of the story?
Answer: Outside the shed in the darkness
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Why do you think Oliver jumps into the bushes?
He wants to find a snake to show the others
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What did Monica find out about Floyd's frogs?
Answer: They are a newly discovered species called Florida Bog Frogs
Double Which character wants to rescue the snakes?
Oliver
What is a "garter snake"?
A type of harmless snake often found in North America
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What do the children discover about the frogs?
Answer: They are a special species called Florida Bog Frogs
Why does Monica seem nervous about the snakes?
She is worried about their safety and what might happen
200: Why do the children believe the snakes were released?
Answer: To prevent the frogs from being found during inspections
Who suggests letting the snakes live their lives?
Monica
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What does "frantic" mean in the context of the story?
Answer: Very worried or panicked
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What do Floyd and his friends plan to do about the snakes?
Answer: They want to protect the frogs and inform the community
What can we infer about Floyd's feelings toward the snakes at first?
He is scared and unsure about them
300: What do the children hope to achieve with their video?
Answer: To inform others and protect the frogs and their habitat
Which character is described as the "King of YouTube, TikTok, Insta, and Snapchat"?
Oliver
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Define "regulatory authorities."
Answer: Groups that enforce laws and regulations
Why does Floyd feel tired at the end of the day?
Answer: The strangeness of the day weighs him down
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400: Why do you think the children decide to make a video?
Answer: To raise awareness and get help for the frogs
400: How do the characters feel about the developers?
Answer: They see them as greedy and law-breaking
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What does Floyd love to do by the riverside?
drawing frogs
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What is meant by "environmental laws"?
Answer: Rules that protect the environment and wildlife
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What is the main conflict in the story?
Answer: The developers want to build on the frogs' habitat, and the children want to protect them
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What does Floyd mean when he says, "This whole mess is a big puzzle"?
Answer: He is confused about why the snakes were released and how it relates to the construction plans
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500: What is the significance of the title "We Are the Riverkeepers"?
Answer: It represents their commitment to protecting the river and its inhabitants