The BFG: Understanding Giants and Food

Sophie learns about the BFG's unique diet of snozzcumbers and his peculiar way of speaking. The BFG explains his origins, life, and the challenges he faces as a giant who refuses to eat humans. Despite his struggles with language and food, Sophie and the BFG form a strong bond, with Sophie appreciating his unique way of communication. The BFG's honorable nature is highlighted as he chooses not to steal food from humans, despite the unappealing taste of snozzcumbers.

What is the only vegetable that grows in giant country?

• Carrots

• Snozzcumbers

• Pig wrinkles

• Pineapples

What does the BFG say about the existence of snozzcumbers?

• They are a myth

• They are common in giant country

• They are delicious

• They are rare

Why does the BFG eat snozzcumbers?

• He likes their taste

• They are the only food available

• He refuses to eat humans

• They are nutritious

How does Sophie react to tasting a snozzcumber?

• She loves it

• She wants more

• She thinks it's okay

• She finds it disgusting

How does the BFG describe his speech?

• Normal

• Perfect

• Terrible wigglish

• Sophisticated

What does the BFG say about the age of giants?

• They live for a short time

• They know their exact age

• They are very old and crumply

• They age like humans

What happens to giants when they die, according to the BFG?

• They disappear suddenly

• They turn into stars

• They become invisible

• They turn into dust

What does the BFG say about his mother?

• She was a giantess

• She taught him to speak

• She was a human

• Giants don't have mothers

What does Sophie suggest the BFG could eat instead of snozzcumbers?

• Meat

• Lovely vegetables from her village

• Sweets

• Fruits

What does the BFG say about stealing food from humans?

• He does it often

• He would rather eat snozzcumbers

• He thinks it's fun

• He doesn't care