Piers Torday Day 1 Quizizz

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of the book 'The Last Wild' in children's literature?

• It is a bestseller.

• It was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Award.

• It is the author's first book.

• It is a fantasy novel.

Multiple Choice

Where is the main character at the beginning of the story?

• in his room on his bed

• in the garden

• at school

• in the kitchen

Multiple Choice

What was the last present he got from his mum?

• a digital watch

• a book

• a toy car

• a video game

Multiple Choice

What type of creature is in the room with him?

• a moth

• a spider

• a cat

• a dog

Multiple Choice

How old is the main character?

• ten

• eleven

• twelve

• thirteen

Open Ended

Summarise the main points of this opening extract in no more than 30 words.

Open Ended

What is Spectrum Hall and what type of children go to live there?

Fill in the Blanks

Kester Jaynes is staying at Spectrum Hall because they want to make him

again.

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of Kester Jaynes' watch?

• It is a valuable antique.

• It was a gift from his father.

• It was the last present from his mum.

• It has a hidden message inside.

Open Ended

Why do you think the narrator hasn’t been able to talk since his mum died?

Open Ended

What do you think the red eye is?