Tops and Bottoms Comprehension Flashcard

Front

What does the word 'trusting' mean?

Back

Believing in the honesty or reliability of someone.

Front

Who are the main characters in 'Tops and Bottoms'?

Back

Bear and Hare.

Front

What is the main idea of 'Tops and Bottoms'?

Back

The story is about how Hare tricks Bear into doing all the work while he gets the best parts of the crops.

Front

What lesson does Bear learn by the end of the story?

Back

Bear learns not to sleep through the planting and harvesting seasons.

Front

What does Hare mean when he asks 'tops or bottoms'?

Back

He is asking what part of the crops Bear wants.

Front

Why does Hare want Bear to agree to his idea?

Back

Hare wants Bear to help him with the planting and harvesting.

Front

What does it mean to 'harvest' crops?

Back

To gather the crops when they are ready to be picked.

Front

What is a 'crop'?

Back

A plant that is grown for food.

Front

What does it mean to 'plant' seeds?

Back

To put seeds in the ground so they can grow into plants.

Front

Why is it important to work hard in the story?

Back

Working hard helps to ensure that the crops grow well and are ready to be harvested.