Arrival in Kent
Why did no one choose Ada and Jamie when they first arrived in the village?
Because they looked dirty, messy, and the villagers thought they were "simple."
Who was Susan’s best friend who passed away before the children arrived?
Becky
What color was the beautiful Christmas dress that Susan made for Ada?
Green
What was the name of the cat that Jamie rescued and kept as a pet?
Bovril
What was the name of the condition Ada’s foot had since she was born?
A clubfoot.
Define flaunting
acting in a way meant to impress others; showing off
What city did Ada and Jamie leave at the beginning of the war?
London
Who was the girl from the "big house" who became Ada’s first real friend?
Maggie Thorton
What did Susan give Ada so that she didn't have to crawl on the floor anymore?
Crutches
What did Ada do that made her a hero to the whole village?
She caught a German spy on the beach and reported him to the police.
Who was the pony that became Ada’s best friend and teacher?
Butter
What is a vocabulary word meaning calmly, peacefully
placidly
What is something kind that Stephen White did for Ada and why?
He carried her to the station because he wanted to help her.
He invited her to tea because she was his friend/because he was nice.
Why didn’t Ada write Maggie back when Maggie first started sending her letters?
Because Ada did not know how to read or write yet.
How did Susan change because of caring for Ada and Jamie?
She went from being very sad, lonely, and depressed to being a protective and loving mother figure.
If you compare them, how was Susan different from Mam?
Mam was mean and kept Ada locked up, but Susan was kind and helped Ada be free.
What are three true things you learned about World War 2 from reading this book?
Evacuation, food rationing, bombings, Anderson shelters, geography of England, etc.
Define petrified
made unable to move or act because of great fear
Where did Mam lock Ada as a punishment when they lived in London?
In the cabinet under the kitchen sink.
What did Fred do to help Ada?
He taught her how to take care of her pony and ride it. He read Maggie's letters to her. He gave her pieces of yarn to make Christmas gifts.
How did having animals (like Butter and Bovril) help Ada and Jamie?
The animals gave them love, comfort, and a sense of responsibility.
What did the army put all over the beach to try and stop a German invasion?
Barbed wire/ mines
What happened to Susan’s house at the very end of the book?
It was hit by a bomb and destroyed during the Blitz.
What is a vocabulary word meaning having a likeable, friendly personality
congenial
What was the name of the plan to move children from the city to the countryside?
Operation Pied Piper.
How did Mrs. Thorton change from the beginning of the story to the end?
She started out very strict and cold, but she grew to respect Ada and became more helpful.
What are four new things Ada learned how to do while living with Susan?
Any four: Riding a horse, reading, writing, sewing, cooking, making tea, croqueting
What did Ada tell the police officer about the man's appearance that made the police officer believe he was a spy?
The bottom of his pants were wet and sandy.
What did every person have to carry in a small box in case of a gas attack?
A gas mask.
Define plummet
to fall at a high speed