Fairground Experiences and Observations

The family arrives at the fair, where the children are given money to explore. Wilbur is introduced to his new pen, and Charlotte observes a rival pig named Uncle. The children enjoy the fair's attractions, while Wilbur worries about the competition and Charlotte's declining health. The day ends with the family resting under a tent made from a blanket.

What could the family see and hear as they arrived at the fairgrounds?

• A roller coaster and popcorn stands

• A parade and fireworks

• A circus tent and clowns

• A Ferris wheel and music

What did Mr. Arable give Fern and Avery before they went off on their own?

• A camera

• Some money

• A list of rules

• A map of the fair

What advice did Mrs. Arable give to the children before they left?

• Don't talk to strangers

• Stay together and be back by noon

• Win as many prizes as possible

• Eat lots of candy

What was Mr. Zuckerman particularly interested in seeing at the fair?

• The fireworks

• The tractors

• The purebred cows

• The Ferris wheel

How did Wilbur feel about his new pen at the fair?

• He was scared and nervous

• He was pleased and tried to look good

• He was indifferent

• He was unhappy and wanted to leave

What did Charlotte notice about the pig in the next pen?

• He was enormous

• He was very friendly

• He was very clean

• He was very small

What was Charlotte's opinion of Uncle's personality?

• She found him charming

• She thought he was too familiar and noisy

• She thought he was very polite

• She found him very funny

What did Charlotte plan to do to help Wilbur?

• Teach him tricks

• Talk to the judges

• Spin a web

• Feed him special food

How did the family feel during lunch at the fair?

• Hot and not very hungry

• Excited and energetic

• Cold and tired

• Very hungry