Flashcards - Socks Chapter 3

Front

Why does Mrs. Bricker seem frustrated with Socks in this chapter?

Back

She is tired and stressed, and Socks demands attention.

Front

What does Socks’ behavior—like sitting in the laundry basket or meowing constantly—suggest about how he is feeling?

Back

He is feeling lonely and wants attention.

Front

What can we tell about the Brickers’ priorities now that the baby is home?

Back

They care more about the baby than Socks.

Front

How might Socks feel when he is scolded for being near the baby’s things?

Back

Confused and hurt.

Front

What does Socks’ attempt to play with the baby’s toys tell us about his understanding of the situation?

Back

He thinks the baby brought the toys for him.

Front

What does the word scolded most likely mean in this sentence? "Mrs. Bricker scolded Socks for jumping into the baby's crib."

Back

Yelled at him or spoke angrily

Front

What does curious mean in this sentence? "Socks was curious about the new smells in the baby's room."

Back

Interested and wanting to know more

Front

In the sentence, "The house was filled with the commotion of crying and visitors," what does commotion mean?

Back

A loud noise and confusion

Front

What does ignored mean in this sentence? "The Brickers ignored Socks while they focused on the baby."

Back

Didn’t pay attention to

Front

What does miserable mean in this sentence? "Socks felt miserable when no one noticed him all day."

Back

Unhappy or very sad