Copy of Charlotte's Web Final Test

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Why did Mr. Arable want Fern to bottle-feed Wilbur?

• because Mr. Arable wants to save Wilbur’s life
• because Fern asked him if she could feed Wilbur
• because Mr. Arable wanted to teach Fern a lesson
• because Fern wants to learn how to feed a baby

What does “radiant” mean?

• bright; to bring forth energy
• electric; to turn power on
• attractive; to look good
• borrow; to lend

What is the setting of the story?

• in the South near the seashore
• in the North on a farm
• near the ocean in a barn
• near a farm in the city

To whom did Fern sell Wilbur?

• Avery
• Lurvy
• Mr. Arable
• Mr. Zuckerman

How did Fern change by the end of the story?

• She spent more time in the barn.
• She improved her grades in school.
• She started getting in trouble at home.
• She began making friends outside of the barn.

If a student wanted to make a speech on this novel, which would make the BEST prop?

• the movie based on the book
• a picture of a goose and goslings
• drawings of Charlotte’s messages
• a bundle of hay

Which character was helpful, but grouchy?

• Templeton
• Charlotte
• Avery
• Henry

What do Wilbur and Charlotte have in common?

• They are both very intelligent.
• They are both friends with Avery.
• They are both angry at Mr. Arable.
• They are both very kind.

If a student wanted to read another book with a similar theme, it would probably include characters that -

• worked hard to reach their goals.
• lived in both the country and the city.
• had trouble getting along with others.
• started attending a new school.