Bridge to Terabithia Ch. 3

What does the simile "Surprise swooshed up from the class like steam from a released radiator cap" suggest about the intensity of the surprise?

• The surprise was quiet and went unnoticed.

• The surprise was gradual and expected.

• The surprise was sudden and intense.

• The surprise was calming and pleasant.

What is the meaning of the word "radiator" as used in the text?

• A device that cools the engine of a car.

• A person who radiates happiness.

• A device that heats a room.

• A part of a radio.

What does the word "inherit" mean?

• To purchase something.

• To receive something from someone after they're gone.

• To learn a skill.

• To borrow something temporarily.

What is the definition of "arithmetic"?

• The science of space and the universe.

• The type of art involving numbers.

• The branch of mathematics dealing with the properties and manipulation of numbers.

• A historical period.

What does the word "roused" mean in this context?

• To calm down.

• To put to sleep.

• To awaken or provoke.

• To confuse.

Based on the text, how did Jess think Leslie might have felt on the first day of school?

• Proud and confident.

• Indifferent and unbothered.

• Embarrassed and self-conscious.

• Excited and eager.

What is the meaning of "postpone"?

• To move to an earlier time.

• To cancel something.

• To do something immediately.

• To delay or put off to a later time.

What does "toying" mean in the phrase "He was toying with the idea of doing a whole book of drawings"?

• Disliking the idea.

• Considering the idea not seriously.

• Finishing the idea.

• Copying someone else's idea.

What is "clabber"?

• A type of cheese.

• A type of soured milk.

• A type of bread.

• A type of butter.

What does the fact that only one of the "snobbiest" girls knew Leslie eats yogurt suggest about the school/community?

• The school/community is very inclusive and accepting.

• The school/community is diverse in food preferences.

• The school/community has strong opinions on food choices.

• The school/community is possibly judgmental or exclusive.