Mr. Popper's Penguins chapters1-6

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Who is Captain Cook in 'Mr. Popper's Penguins'?

Back

Captain Cook is a penguin that Mr. Popper receives unexpectedly, leading to many adventures.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What does Mr. Popper do for a living?

Back

Mr. Popper is a house painter who dreams of exploring the Arctic.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What is the significance of the icebox in the story?

Back

Mr. Popper uses the icebox to keep Captain Cook, the penguin, comfortable.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What does Admiral Drake represent in the story?

Back

Admiral Drake represents adventure and the unexpected surprises in life.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What does the word 'license' mean?

Back

License means official permission to do something.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

How does Captain Cook react to Mr. Popper's phone call?

Back

Captain Cook tries to chew the telephone wire, showing his playful and mischievous nature.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is a key theme in 'Mr. Popper's Penguins'?

Back

A key theme is the importance of family and the joy of unexpected surprises.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does Mr. Popper's reaction to Captain Cook reveal about his character?

Back

Mr. Popper's willingness to care for Captain Cook shows his nurturing and adventurous spirit.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What happens when the serviceman encounters Captain Cook?

Back

The serviceman is startled and storms out of the house, illustrating the unexpected nature of having a penguin at home.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does the term 'prohibited' mean?

Back

Prohibited means something that is not allowed or forbidden.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4