Bridge to Terabithia Quiz: Chapters 1-2

What is the name of the main character in "Bridge to Terabithia"?

• Leslie Burke

• Jess Aarons

• May Belle

• Mrs. Myers

Who moves into the house next door to Jess in Chapter 1?

• The Myers family

• The Burkes

• The Aarons

• The Millers

What does Jess practice every morning before school?

• Drawing

• Running

• Reading

• Singing

What is the name of Jess’s youngest sister?

• Ellie

• Brenda

• May Belle

• Joyce Ann

What is Jess’s favorite hobby?

• Drawing

• Playing basketball

• Reading

• Swimming

Why does Jess want to be the fastest runner in the fifth grade?

• To impress his father

• To win a prize

• To gain respect from his classmates

• To make new friends

How does Jess feel about Leslie when he first meets her?

• He is excited to have a new friend

• He is jealous of her running ability

• He is annoyed by her confidence

• He is afraid of her

What does Leslie do that surprises the boys at school during recess?

• She draws a picture

• She wins the running race

• She sings a song

• She reads a book aloud

Why does Jess keep his love for drawing a secret from his father?

• He is embarrassed by his drawings

• His father thinks drawing is a waste of time

• He wants to surprise his father

• He is afraid his sisters will make fun of him

How does Jess’s family’s financial situation affect his life?

• He gets everything he wants

• He has to share with his sisters and can’t afford new supplies

• He goes on many vacations

• He has a private tutor