Understanding 'The Puddle Puzzle' Concepts

The video tutorial introduces the concept of drama and reading strategies, followed by vocabulary definitions. It presents a mystery story, 'The Puddle Puzzle,' by Ellen Weiss, where a group of young detectives solve the mystery of a missing puddle through scientific reasoning about evaporation. The story emphasizes teamwork, curiosity, and learning from mistakes.

What should you pay attention to when reading a drama like 'The Puddle Puzzle'?

• The price of the book

• The number of pages

• The cast of characters and dialogue

• The author's biography

What does the term 'agency' refer to in the context of the story?

• A place to buy groceries

• A job where you help others get things done

• A type of clothing

• A type of vehicle

Who is Ellen Weiss?

• A character in the story

• The author of 'The Puddle Puzzle'

• A famous detective

• A teacher in the story

What is the setting of 'The Puddle Puzzle'?

• A school classroom

• A dark and stormy night

• A neighborhood on a sunny spring day

• A busy city street

What problem do Carlos and Adriana bring to the Miller Detective Agency?

• Their dog is missing

• Their homework is lost

• Their puddle has vanished

• Their bike is broken

What does Brandon suggest happened to the puddle?

• It was stolen

• It froze

• It was moved

• It evaporated

What is the process called when water turns into a gas?

• Melting

• Condensation

• Freezing

• Evaporation

How does Taylor feel at the end of the story?

• Angry

• Confused

• Proud

• Apologetic

What new sign do Taylor and Brandon decide on for their agency?

• Neighborhood Watch

• Puddle Finders

• Ace Detectives

• Miller Detective Agency

What lesson does Taylor learn by the end of the story?

• To always speak first

• To listen to others' ideas

• To never trust anyone

• To work alone