Unit 1 Fiction Review: Library Lion

Front

What is the point of view used in 'Library Lion'?

Back

Third person from the perspective of an unknown narrator.

Front

What event causes Miss Merriweather to break her arm?

Back

She reached too far for a book on the shelf.

Front

Summarize the story of 'Library Lion'.

Back

A lion comes to the library and follows the rules so he can stay and listen to story time. When the librarian gets hurt, the lion breaks a rule to help her, but gets yelled at by Mr. McBee. Mr. McBee apologizes to the lion and invites him back to the library.

Front

How does the setting of the library affect the lion's behavior?

Back

It causes the lion to have to be quiet.

Front

What does the word 'striding' mean in the context of the sentence?

Back

Walking.

Front

What is the main theme of 'Library Lion'?

Back

The importance of following rules and the value of kindness.

Front

Who is Miss Merriweather in 'Library Lion'?

Back

The librarian who is initially strict but shows kindness to the lion.

Front

What role does Mr. McBee play in the story?

Back

He is a librarian who initially disapproves of the lion but later apologizes to him.

Front

What lesson does the lion learn in the library?

Back

That helping others is important, even if it means breaking a rule.

Front

What type of animal is the main character in 'Library Lion'?

Back

A lion.