Surprise Island: Key Concepts and Characters

Grandpa introduces the book 'Surprise Island' by Gertrude Chandler Warner, promising 15 days of reading. The children eagerly await their grandfather's summer surprise, which turns out to be a stay on a small island owned by their family. They travel to the island with Dr. Moore and his mother, exploring their new summer home and setting up living arrangements in a barn. Captain Daniel reveals an unexpected guest on the island, adding intrigue to their adventure. The chapter concludes with anticipation for the next day's reading.

Who is the author of the book 'Surprise Island'?

• Gertrude Chandler Warner

• J.K. Rowling

• Roald Dahl

• Enid Blyton

What is the surprise that Mr. Alden reveals to the children?

• An island to spend the summer

• A new pet

• A trip to the zoo

• A new bicycle

What does Mr. Alden say the children will need to do if they want to eat?

• Go to a restaurant

• Cook their own meals

• Order food

• Ask Captain Daniel to cook

What do the children decide to buy for their stay on the island?

• Toys and games

• Books and magazines

• Dishes and food supplies

• Clothes and shoes

What do the children plan to use as table legs in the barn?

• Empty barrels

• Old chairs

• Tree stumps

• Wooden crates

What does Mr. Alden show the children that never runs dry?

• A well

• A river

• A lake

• A spring

What is the children's reaction to living in the barn?

• Disappointed

• Scared

• Excited

• Indifferent

What does Captain Daniel reveal about the island?

• It has a hidden treasure

• There is another person staying there

• It is haunted

• It is for sale

Who goes to investigate the person staying on the island?

• Henry

• Dr. Moore

• Benny

• Mr. Alden

What does Benny want to bring back from the mainland?

• A kite

• A fishing rod

• A new book

• His teddy bear