Exploring Chapter 2 of Bridge to Terabithia

Why did Jess make peanut butter sandwiches for his sisters and himself?

• Because he wanted to practice cooking

• Because his mother was too tired to make supper

• Because it was their favorite meal

• Because they ran out of other food

What does Jess enjoy drawing the most?

• Regular farm animals

• Portraits of his family

• Landscapes

• Imaginary animals in difficult situations

Why does Jess not show his drawings to his father?

• His father is never home

• His father doesn't understand art

• His father thinks drawing is a waste of time

• His father prefers him to play sports

Who is the only teacher that appreciates Jess's drawings?

• Mr. Turner

• Ms. Edmonds

• Ms. Leslie

• Ms. Burke

What does Jess feel when he is around Miss Edmunds?

• Indifferent

• Happy and encouraged

• Nervous and scared

• Annoyed

What kind of songs does Miss Edmunds sing with the students?

• Classical music

• Rock and roll

• Pop songs

• Folk and peace songs

How do the other students at Lark Creek Elementary feel about Miss Edmunds?

• They all love her

• They pretend to dislike her

• They are indifferent

• They openly dislike her

What does Jess think of Miss Edmunds compared to the other teachers?

• She is just like the other teachers

• She is a beautiful wild creature

• She is stricter than the others

• She is less talented

Who does Jess meet near the old Perkins place?

• A new neighbor named Leslie Burke

• A new teacher

• A stray dog

• A farmer

What is Jess's initial impression of Leslie Burke?

• He thinks she is annoying

• He is unsure if she is a boy or a girl

• He thinks she is too young to be his friend

• He immediately dislikes her