Garrett's Traffic Light Invention

Garrett, a young boy who loves tinkering, builds a traffic light in his sandbox. After dreaming of a better design, he constructs a new traffic light using scrap materials. His invention surprises drivers but soon makes the streets safer. Garrett's story encourages children to dream and invent, showing that small ideas can lead to big changes.

What was unique about Garrett compared to other boys in the city?

• He enjoyed loud music.

• He loved playing with big trucks.

• He had a passion for tinkering.

• He was a great singer.

What did Garrett use to create his first traffic light?

• Wooden blocks

• Tin cans

• Plastic bottles

• Cardboard boxes

What problem did Garrett face with his initial traffic light?

• The colors were not visible.

• Cars often knocked it over.

• It was too expensive to build.

• It was too heavy to move.

In Garrett's dream, how did the cars respond to the traffic light?

• They stopped moving.

• They ignored it.

• They danced and sang.

• They honked continuously.

What materials did Garrett use to build his new traffic light?

• New metal sheets

• Scrap metal and old bicycle parts

• Plastic and glass

• Wood and nails

How did the drivers react to Garrett's new traffic light?

• They were confused and ignored it.

• They were surprised but quickly adapted.

• They complained about it.

• They refused to follow it.

What did Garrett's traffic light use to signal the cars?

• Flashing lights

• Swinging arms

• Loud sirens

• Colorful flags

What did Garrett's traffic light do for the city?

• Made the streets more crowded.

• Caused more accidents.

• Was ignored by everyone.

• Made the streets safer and happier.

What message does Garrett's story convey to young inventors?

• Tinkering is a waste of time.

• Inventions are only for adults.

• Only big dreams matter.

• Small dreams can lead to big inventions.

What was Garrett's ultimate achievement by the end of the story?

• He moved to a different city.

• He became a big inventor.

• He invented a new type of vehicle.

• He became a famous musician.