The Barnabus Project - inference and vocabulary

What does the word “defective” most likely mean in the story?

• Broken or not working properly

• Friendly and helpful

• Rare and valuable

• Colorful and creative

Why do the Perfect Pets live in glass bell jars while the Failed Projects are kept underground?

• The Perfect Pets are expensive and need protection

• The Failed Projects are dangerous and must be locked away

• The Perfect Pets are meant to be seen, while the Failed Projects are hidden

• The Failed Projects like to live underground

What does the word “courageous” best describe in relation to Barnabus?

• He is very fast

• He is afraid of change

• He faces danger to help others

• He wants to be a Perfect Pet

Why does Barnabus lead an escape from the underground lab?

• He wants to destroy the lab

• He wants to become a Perfect Pet

• He wants freedom for himself and his friends

• He wants to meet the scientists

What does the word “hopeful” mean as it applies to the story’s ending?

• Expecting something bad to happen

• Feeling positive about what’s ahead

• Wanting things to stay the same

• Giving up after a long journey