The Cricket

What did Leena first think the chirping noise was?

• A bird outside

• The television

• Her brother Abe

• The radio

How did Leena try to find the cricket?

• By calling it

• By using a flashlight

• By creeping toward the spot on her tiptoes

• By setting a trap

What did Abe say about the cricket?

• It was very loud

• It was good at hiding

• It was friendly

• It was colorful

When did the chirping get worse?

• During breakfast

• After everyone went to bed

• During a movie

• While playing outside

What did Dad do to try to get rid of the cricket?

• He clapped his hands

• He played music

• He pulled the front door open

• He sprayed insect repellent

What happened when Dad opened the door?

• The cricket got louder

• The cricket became silent

• The cricket flew away

• The cricket started singing

How long did Mom and Abe look for the cricket?

• About an hour

• About two hours

• About three hours

• About four hours

When did the chirping start again the next night?

• During breakfast

• During lunch

• During dinner

• During a movie

What did Dad say to the cricket when he opened the door?

• "Please be quiet!"

• "Go away!"

• "Cricket, please leave and find your friends!"

• "Stop chirping!"

What was the result after Dad left the door open for a few minutes?

• The cricket came back

• The noise stopped for the rest of dinner

• The noise got louder

• The cricket found a new hiding spot