Historical Fiction: Sir Isaac Newton

What does 'persistent' mean?

• Following

• not giving up

• Accepting that some things just are

• ignoring the facts

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What is the young boy determined to find answers to?

• How to make friends

• Why the sky is blue

• Why things work the way they do

• When is the next holiday

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What does 'extricate' mean?

• Eager to know or learn something

• to get something out of a difficult situation

• Sad and lonely

• Angry and frustrated

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Understanding word meanings

What motivates Isaac to pursue a career in science?

• His love for art

• His passion for cooking

• His curiosity to unravel the mysteries of the universe

• His interest in history

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What was the elder's answer to Isaac's question? What did Isaac do that showed this answer wasn't good enough?