83 pages 2 hours read

Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater

Mr. Popper's Penguins

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1938

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1. How does Mr. Popper’s knowledge of Antarctica serve an important purpose for the audience?

A) It provides the audience with additional context as to the Poppers’ behaviors.

B) It allows Mr. Popper to become a researcher in the North Pole.

C) It communicates to the audience facts that may be unknown to them.

D) It gives the audience the opportunity to witness Mr. Popper’s expertise.

2. Which of the following best describes the difference in personality between Mr. and Mrs. Popper?

A) Mrs. Popper is practical while Mr. Popper is a dreamer.

B) Mr. Popper cares more about the penguins than Mrs. Popper does.

C) Mr. Popper worries about financial concerns while Mrs. Popper is carefree.

D) Mr. Popper is more organized while Mrs. Popper is chaotic.

3. How are Mr. Popper and his penguins alike in personality?

A) They share a love for the North Pole.

B) They are curious, cheerful, and enthusiastic.

C) They have similar study habits.

D) They are willing to perform on stage to survive.

4. Why does Mr. Popper feel conflicted about Captain Cook’s presence in his home?

A) He worries about spending money on the penguin instead of his own children.

B) He believes Captain Cook may not be comfortable in the freezer built for him.