The Summer
What do Roz, Brightbill, and Chitchat do on clear summer days?
They explore the island together.
Why is Brightbill upset at the beginning of the chapter?
He is upset because the other goslings say his mother is not real.
Why does Roz worry when Brightbill leaves?
She worries because Brightbill is alone and in danger.
Why do the bears stop Roz on the cliff?
The bears stop Roz because they do not like robots and feel threatened.
What do they do on dreary or rainy days?
They stay inside the Nest and play.
What do the other goslings say about Roz?
They say Roz is not a real mother because she is a robot.
Where does Roz think Brightbill has gone?
She thinks he went to the robot gravesite.
What does Brightbill do when the bears threaten Roz?
Brightbill stands in front of Roz to protect her.
What danger do they watch for while they explore?
They watch for bears.
What does Roz say a robot is?
Roz says a robot is a machine, not a living thing.
What does Brightbill say when Roz finds him?
He says he is not a gosling anymore and can take care of himself.
What happens to Roz’s foot during the fight?
Roz’s foot is badly damaged/twisted.
Where do they spend summer evenings?
They sit together and watch fireflies.
Why does Brightbill want to see the other robots?
He wants to see if other robots are like Roz.
Why is Brightbill afraid to go to the robot gravesite alone?
He is afraid because the place is scary and dangerous.
Who saves Thorn from falling?
Roz saves Thorn from falling.
How can you tell the three friends enjoy being together?
They spend time together, play games, and laugh.
Why does Brightbill fly away at the end of the chapter?
He flies away because he is confused, angry, and upset.
How does Roz show she cares about Brightbill in this chapter
She looks for him and goes with him so he is not alone.
Why does Mother Bear change her attitude toward Roz?
Mother Bear changes because Roz saves her cub and shows courage.