Characters
Who is the main animal character in this story?
Ralph
The Gridley's stop at this hotel on their way to California.
The Mountain View Inn
Who is a big worrier in the story?
Ralph's mother
Ralph gets trapped inside this after playing with the motorcycle the first time.
the wastebasket
"No, I didn't _______ it," insisted the boy. "I put it right here on the table beside my sports car."
"lose" or "mislay"
Who is the main boy character in this story?
Keith
When or what season does the story take place?
Summer
How does Ralph's mother view Ralph?
She thinks he's reckless.
Why does Keith's father refuse to leave the Mountain View Inn?
He's tired of driving in the holiday traffic.
While Ralph ________behind the apple core, Keith opened the drawer of the bedside table and slammed it shut.
"hid" or "cowered"
Who is Mrs. Gridley?
Keith's mother
The Gridleys travel to this state for a vacation.
California
What are Mrs. Gridley's feelings about the Mountain View Inn?
She doesn't like it. She is very critical.
Ralph's family thinks that Uncle Victor ended up in this after landing in a wastebasket.
the incinerator
Still Ralph remained motionless except for a slight ______ of his whiskers, which he was unable to control.
"quiver" or "movement"
Who is Mr. Gridley?
Keith's father
The Gridleys live in this state.
Ohio
How does Keith feel about mice?
He likes them.
Keith's mother is concered with The Mountain View Inn's __________ because it may have mice
cleanliness
What word is used to describe the carpet being old and worn?
threadbare or raveled
Who is Matt?
Matt is the bellboy.
Keith stays in this room in The Mountain View Inn.
215
How does the maid that cleans room 215 feel about the head housekeeper?
She thinks she's an old grouch.
How does Ralph get away from the vacuum hose?
He climbs on to the motorcycle and drives it, even though he promised Keith he wouldn't ride it in the day time.
Instead he slowly and gently tipped the basket on its side, permitting Ralph to _______ to freedom with pride and dignity.
"walk" or "escape"