Eddie and the Gerbils - Kids' Poems and Stories With Michael Rosen

The transcript narrates a story about a family holiday where young Eddie is fascinated by gerbils. Upon returning home, the family deals with a mouse problem by calling a pest control expert. Eddie, unaware of the difference, mistakes a dead mouse for a gerbil, leading to a humorous yet poignant moment.

What did Eddie enjoy doing with the gerbils during the holiday?

• Feeding them

• Taking them for walks

• Stroking them and saying 'Hello, Gerbils'

• Teaching them tricks

What method did the family use to address their mouse problem?

• Setting up traps

• Ignoring the problem

• Calling a pest control expert

• Using a cat

What did the mice mistake the poison for?

• Nuts

• Fruits

• Biscuits

• Cheese

Where was Eddie sitting when he found the dead mouse?

• In the garden

• Under the table

• On the table

• In his room

How did Eddie react when the dead mouse was thrown away?

• He was relieved

• He was indifferent

• He was angry

• He was sad and said 'Bye bye, Gerbils'