Vocabulary and Meanings from the Text

What does the word sinister most likely mean?

• Evil or threatening

• Joyful and happy

• Bright and cheerful

• Safe and secure

What is the best synonym for rekindle?

• Relight

• Extinguish

• Douse

• Neglect

What does the word quibble most likely mean?

• To argue about something small or unimportant

• To agree on a major issue

• To celebrate a significant event

• To ignore a problem completely

What does the word caterwauled most likely mean?

• Cried out or howled loudly in pain or protest

• Sang softly and melodiously

• Spoke in a low whisper

• Laughed uncontrollably

What is the best synonym for caterwauled?

• Screeched

• Whispered

• Chortled

• Murmured

What does the word rekindle most likely mean?

• To extinguish a fire

• To light again or bring back a feeling

• To create a new beginning

• To forget or ignore a feeling

What does the word jowl most likely refer to?

• The upper part of the cheek

• The lower part of the cheek or jaw

• A type of fruit

• A facial expression

What does the word wistfully most likely mean?

• Happily and cheerfully

• Sadly and longingly

• Angrily and aggressively

• Calmly and peacefully

What caused the Brickers to have a change of heart about letting Socks stay?

• The baby started laughing when he saw Socks.

• The Brickers found Socks to be very playful.

• Socks helped the baby crawl for the first time.

• The Brickers were impressed by Socks' tricks.

What does Mr. Bricker mean when he says, 'A cat’s heart is where his dish is'?

• Cats are independent and do not need humans.

• Cats are loyal to their owners regardless of food.

• Cats care most about the people who feed them.

• Cats prefer to eat alone rather than with others.