Despereaux Quick Check

What does Hovis think about the red thread being "sacred"?

• It has magical powers.

• It is very special.

• It is actually just thread.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Which quote best shows what a "quest" is?

• "You just have to feel compelled to do the thing, the impossible, important task at hand."

• "I will use the thread."

• "I don't know your name."

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does Hovis give Despereaux for protection?

• a knife

• a needle

• a shield

What does Despereaux find Cook doing in the kitchen?

• making soup

• baking cake

• roasting a turkey

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Despereaux manage to enter the dungeon where the rats are keeping the princess?

• He sneaks in through a secret passage

• He is given permission by the king

• He uses a disguise to blend in

What is Despereaux's primary mission in these chapters?

• To find his way home
  

• To rescue Princess Pea

• To find his family

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Who is the first to believe in Despereaux’s bravery and abilities?

• Miggery Sow

• The Mouse Council

• The King

In chapter 44, how does Despereaux demonstrate his courage?

• He confronts a rat alone

• He tricks the rats with a clever plan

• He runs through the dungeon despite his fear of darkness

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the role of Miggery Sow in these chapters?

• She is an ally to Despereaux, though confused about her actions

• She is planning to help the rats

• She finally becomes a princess

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What new realization does Despereaux have about himself in these chapters?

• He is not brave enough to save anyone

• He is not meant to be a hero

• He is capable of great bravery and will do whatever it takes to save the princess