Time for Andrew: Chapter 13-14

Why does Drew want to learn how to play marbles with Hannah?

• So he can have fun and make new friends

• To impress Hannah and her boyfriend

• To beat Andrew and return to his own time

• Because it’s the only game they have in 1910

Answer explanation

Drew wants to learn marbles to beat Andrew and return to his own time, as this goal drives his interest in the game, rather than simply having fun or impressing others.

What does Drew risk when he changes history during the outing with John?

• Making Andrew sick again

• Never being able to return to the future

• Getting caught by a time traveler

• Losing his memory

Answer explanation

By changing history, Drew risks never being able to return to the future, as altering significant events can create paradoxes that prevent his timeline from existing. This is a critical consequence of time travel.

That he is taking too long and moving slowly it means ​ (a)  

• dawdling

• newfangled

• walloping

Answer explanation

The term 'dawdling' means to waste time or move slowly, which directly relates to the idea of taking too long and moving slowly. The other options do not convey this meaning.

How is the word “newfangled” used to show the contrast between Drew and 1910 society?

• It shows Drew's appreciation for the past

• It suggests that Drew is weak and shy

• It shows that Drew’s modern ways seem strange to others

• It explains why Drew doesn’t like old things

Answer explanation

The word 'newfangled' highlights how Drew's modern ideas and practices are perceived as unusual or strange by the people of 1910 society, emphasizing the contrast between his progressive views and traditional norms.

What does it mean if Drew fervently wants to return to his own time?

• He is mildly curious about the future

• He is feeling guilty and confused

• He is determined and full of strong emotion

• He feels glum and uncertain

Answer explanation

Drew's fervent desire to return indicates he is not just curious but is driven by strong emotions, suggesting determination rather than mild feelings or confusion.

Which sentence best shows the meaning of “saunter”?

• Drew ran as fast as he could to catch Hannah.

• Drew slowly strolled across the yard, hands in his pockets.

• Drew tiptoed so nobody would hear him.

• Drew spun in circles, trying to see everything at once.

Answer explanation

The word 'saunter' means to walk in a slow, relaxed manner. The sentence 'Drew slowly strolled across the yard, hands in his pockets' best captures this meaning, as it describes a leisurely walk.