Quiz on 'Pop’s Bridge'

How are Charlie and Robert ALIKE? Base your answer on the story "Pop’s Bridge."

• They both watch the bridge go up.

• They both hide a piece of the puzzle.

• They both call the bridge “Pop’s bridge.”

• They both think painting is not an important job.

When does Robert know that his father loves the bridge? Base your answer on the story "Pop’s Bridge."

• when his father calls the bridge a giant harp

• when his father holds onto the bridge for safety

• when everyone is excited about the bridge on opening day

• when his father gives him the red kerchief to wear around his neck

How do Robert’s feelings change when there is fog? Base your answer on the story "Pop’s Bridge."

• He forgets that bridge building can be dangerous.

• He gets nervous because he cannot see his father easily.

• He grows sad because the sun does not sparkle on the water.

• He becomes bored because he cannot see the bridge going up.

How is Robert’s father DIFFERENT from Charlie’s father? Base your answer on the story "Pop’s Bridge."

• Robert’s father almost falls in the bay.

• Robert’s father works high above the water.

• Robert’s father says the bridge looks like a harp.

• Robert’s father celebrates after the bridge is built.

What does Robert hide in his room?

• the binoculars

• a puzzle piece

• the red kerchief

• a picture of the bridge

How do the men act after the scaffolding accident?

• angry

• curious

• playful

• serious

When does Robert understand that skywalkers and painters are equal?

• at the end of the story during the party

• while watching the men fall into the water

• while in bed thinking about the accident

• at the beginning of the story while looking at the bridge

What happens on the day of the bridge opening?

• Cars drive on the bridge.

• Robert’s family has a party.

• People swim under the bridge.

• Charlie’s father gives him a gift.

Why does Robert cut the last puzzle piece in half?

• to let his mom put in the last piece

• to keep a hole in the picture of the bridge

• to show both fathers that they are important

• to share completing the puzzle with his friend

How does Robert change by the end of the story?

• He understands that his father’s job is not difficult.

• He understands that his friendship with Charlie is over.

• He understands that building the bridge is a team effort.

• He understands that Charlie’s father wants to finish the puzzle.