The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Chapter 9

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the main idea of Chapter 8?

• The children meet Aslan for the first time.

• The Beavers explain Edmund’s betrayal and the danger he is in.

• The White Witch sends wolves to capture the children.

• Lucy convinces everyone to return home through the wardrobe.

Multiple Choice

Read the sentence from the chapter:
“‘He’s gone to her,’ said Mr. Beaver, ‘and that’s the worst thing he could do.’”
What does the phrase “the worst thing he could do” most likely mean in this context?

• Edmund made a small mistake that can be fixed quickly.

• Edmund has chosen the most dangerous path possible.

• Edmund is confused and needs rest.

• Edmund is trying to help his siblings.

Multiple Choice

Why does Edmund choose to leave the Beavers’ home and go to the Witch?

• He wants to prove he is braver than Peter.

• He believes the Witch will reward him with Turkish Delight and power.

• He wants to warn the Witch about Aslan’s return.

• He wants to rescue Mr. Tumnus on his own.

Multiple Choice

What is the effect of the Beavers telling the children about the prophecy?

• The children decide to return to the wardrobe immediately.

• The children argue about who will be king or queen.

• The children understand that their arrival in Narnia is important.

• Edmund decides to switch sides and fight the Witch.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence from Chapter 8 best supports the idea that the Witch is cruel and feared by others?

• “Edmund felt tired and wanted to go to sleep.”

• “‘She’s got all Narnia under her thumb,’ said Beaver.”

• “‘It’s lovely to see you all,’ said Mrs. Beaver.”

• “The children sat and listened very hard.”

Multiple Choice

If a story is written in 1st person, who is telling the story?

• The main character

• The narrator

Multiple Choice

If a story is written in 3rd person, who is telling the story?

• The main character

• The narrator

Multiple Choice

Which person is this sentence written in?

"I went to the story to buy some markers."

• 1st person

• 3rd person

Multiple Choice

Which person is this sentence written in?

"She went to the story to buy some markers."

• 1st person

• 3rd person