Rictus and Harvey's Mysterious Encounter

Harvey Swick is trapped in the monotony of February, feeling devoured by the dreary month. He imagines a detective solving the mystery of his boredom. His mother advises him not to waste time, but Harvey longs for excitement. A mysterious figure, Rictus, appears and offers Harvey an escape to a place where days are sunny and nights are full of wonders. Harvey is intrigued by the promise of adventure and magic, despite Rictus' warnings about asking too many questions.

What month is described as a 'great gray beast' that devours Harvey?

• April

• March

• February

• January

What does Harvey fear might happen due to his boredom?

• He might forget to breathe

• He might fall asleep

• He might get lost

• He might miss school

What does the detective in Harvey's imagination do?

• Teaches history

• Recreates a day in Harvey's life

• Solves crimes

• Writes a book

What does Harvey's mother suggest he do instead of sitting by the window?

• Watch TV

• Make himself useful

• Go outside

• Read a book

How does Harvey feel about the word 'useful'?

• Indifferent

• Excited

• Shocked

• Shuddered

What does Harvey see when he looks in the mirror?

• A tired boy

• A happy child

• A straw-haired, snub-nosed, brown-eyed boy

• A sad reflection

What unexpected event happens at Harvey's window?

• A bird flies in

• The window shatters

• A stranger appears

• The window is thrown open by the wind

What is the stranger's name who visits Harvey?

• Lucas

• Rictus

• Victor

• Marcus

How does Rictus claim he arrived at Harvey's window?

• By teleporting

• By using a ladder

• By flying

• By climbing

What does Rictus offer Harvey?

• A new toy

• A pet

• A vacation

• A book