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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane: Chapter 1
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane: Chapter 1
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Chapter 1: Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary
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What do Abilene's parents think of the way she treats Edward?
They find it charming the way she treats him.
They think she's crazy for talking to him all the time.
They are displeased.
They are not phased.
2
How old was Abilene when she received Edward as a gift?
5 years-old
10 years-old
9 years-old
7 years-old
3
What never ceased to amaze Edward?
His inability to speak.
His bright, brown eyes.
His own fitness.
His love for Abilene.
4
Describe Edward's clothes.
They were rugged.
They were of fine quality.
They were hand-me-downs.
They were sporty.
5
What did Abilene do for Edward each day, before leaving for school?
Rub his rabbit's foot for good luck.
Cover him with a blanket.
Pat him on the ears.
Kiss him and wind up his pocket watch.
6
What does the word "
condescending
" mean?
teasing, patronizing, or acting in a superior way
joking
silly or playful
sorrowful
7
Edward thinks
extremely highly of himself
somewhat highly of himself
almost as highly of himself as Abilene thinks of him
not so highly of himself
8
How tall is Edward Tulane?
nearly two feet tall
nearly three feet tall
nearly four feet tall
nearly five feet tall
9
What feature of himself did Edward dislike?
his ears
his nose
his whiskers
his tail
10
What season did Edward prefer?
Spring
Autumn
Winter
Summer
11
What was Edward mostly made from?
bendable wires
rabbits's fur
cotton
china
12
From where was Abilene's grandmother born?
France
Italy
Egypt
Barbados
13
Why does Edward refer to his last name as Tulane?
He just likes the sound of that name.
His designer's last name was Tulane.
Because he feels as though he is part of the family?
He was adopted by Abilene's parents.
14
What does the following, French, word mean? "
ennui
" (pronounced ahn-nwee)
surprised
sad
boredom
pleased
15
Using context clues, what does the word "
jaunty
" mean? ... reflected the rabbit's mood
tired
sprightly
angry
slow
16
Pellegrina...
was old and had a large, sharp nose and bright, black eyes.
was old and had long, wide nose.
was young and beautiful.
was old and had a short nose and dark, brown eyes.
17
Abilene was...
a blonde
a redhead
dark-haired
bald
18
Who did Edward join for dinner in the dining-room?
Abilene, her parents, her grandparents, and Edward
Abilene, her parents, and her grandmother
Abilene and her mother and father
Abilene and her parents
19
What is the meaning of the word "
pinprick
"?
a minute puncture or hole made by a pin or the like
a gigantic hole
a tiny bug
a small opening
20
Where did Edward live?
The House
Egypt
Egypt Street
China
21
Who spoke to Edward in the same way that Abilene spoke to him?
No one
Abilene's mother
Pellegrina
Abilene's best friend
22
Who gave Edward to Abilene?
Her mother
Her father
Her sister
Her grandmother
23
Why did Edward have a preferred season?
He loved the cool breeze from the opened window on his face.
Because he could wear his favorite outfits.
He enjoyed watching the falling leaves.
He could watch his reflection in the dining-room window.
24
What did Edward stare at during dinnertime?
his reflection
His plate
the bright and blinding white of the tablecloth
Abilene
25
What time was it that Abilene told Edward she would return home?
at 3 o'clock
at half past 2
at 12 o'clock
at 8 o'clock
26
How old is Abilene Tulane?
She is 11 years- old
She is 12 years-old.
She is 10 years-old.
She is nine years-old.
27
What does Edward wish to not think about?
his parents
his whiskers
his wardrobe
his tummy
28
After Abilene left for the day, how did Edward spend his time?
Working on puzzles.
Dancing a jig.
Humming, merrily.
Waiting and listening to the tick of his watch.
29
What is the meaning of the word "
unsavory
"?
unsweetened
unwise
unfriendly
unpleasant/displeasing
30
What is the meaning of the word "
courtesy
"?
painful
respectful or polite
colorful
harmful
31
Who is Abilene Tulane?
The rabbit's mistress/owner
The author
The rabbit
The narrator's mother
32
What is Abilene's grandmother's name?
Pelligrino
Perigrine
Pellegrina
Pelerosa
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"
Commissioned
" means...
disallow
commented
unauthorized or not permitting
authorized or granted permission
