Mr. Popper's Penguins - Chapters 1-8 Question

What is Mr. Popper's occupation at the beginning of the story?

• House painter

• Zookeeper

What is Mr. Popper most interested in?

• A) Arctic and Antarctic exploration

• B) Building houses

Who does Mr. Popper write a letter to?

• Admiral Drake

• The President

What does Mr. Popper listen to on the radio?

• A cooking show

• An Antarctic expedition broadcast

What arrives at Mr. Popper's house in a large box?

• A penguin

• A painting set

How does Mr. Popper react to the surprise delivery?

• He is angry and upset.

• He is confused and worried.

• He is delighted and excited.

• He ignores the delivery.

What name does Mr. Popper give the penguin?

• Captain Cook

• Admiral Snow

Where does Captain Cook like to sleep?

• In the icebox

• On Mr. Popper’s bed

What happens when Captain Cook walks through town?

• He causes a big commotion

• No one notices him

How does Mrs. Popper feel about the penguin at first?

• She enjoys having him around

• She is worried about the mess