The Tale of Despereaux Chap. 14-25

Front

Why did the king outlaw rats, soup, and the utensils used to eat soup?

Back

Because of his hurt and anger.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.10

Front

How did the Queen die?

Back

She saw a rat in her soup.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

Who is Gregory in 'The Tale of Despereaux'?

Back

A prisoner.

Tags

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 happened to Miggery Sow when she was a child?

Back

She was sold to be a serving girl.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What made Despereaux faint in the Dungeon?

Back

A loud voice.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Tale of Despereaux'?

Back

The importance of love and bravery.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

Who is Despereaux Tilling?

Back

A small mouse with big ears who loves a princess.

Front

What does the word 'despair' mean?

Back

A feeling of hopelessness.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What role does the dungeon play in the story?

Back

It represents fear and darkness.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What is the significance of soup in the story?

Back

It symbolizes comfort and connection.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9