Understanding Character Interactions in 'The Secret Garden'

In this chapter, the secret garden continues to bloom, revealing new wonders each day. The robin and its mate are protective of their eggs, while the children, Mary and Colin, explore the garden and the house. Colin experiences a transformation, gaining strength and confidence. The children discover hidden rooms and enjoy their adventures, all while the magic of the garden influences their lives.

What is the main theme introduced at the beginning of the chapter?

• The end of winter

• A conflict between Mary and Colin

• The arrival of a new character

• The secret garden's continuous blooming

What is the robin's mate doing in the nest?

• Teaching the young ones to fly

• Searching for food

• Keeping the eggs warm

• Building a new nest

How does Dicken communicate with the robin?

• By using hand signals

• By speaking 'robin'

• By mimicking bird calls

• By writing messages

Why was the robin initially suspicious of Colin?

• Colin was always with Mary

• Colin moved in an unusual way

• Colin was too loud

• Colin tried to catch the robin

What realization does the robin have about Colin's movements?

• Colin is learning to walk

• Colin is imitating the robin

• Colin is trying to fly

• Colin is playing a game

What do the children do under the trees that confuses the robin?

• They perform exercises

• They climb trees

• They sing songs

• They build nests

What does Colin want to do on a rainy day?

• Explore the unused rooms

• Read a book

• Play in the garden

• Write a letter

What do Colin and Mary discover during their exploration?

• A hidden treasure

• New corridors and rooms

• A secret passage

• A mysterious map

Why does Colin decide to keep the curtain drawn back?

• He wants to hide the portrait

• He no longer feels angry seeing the portrait

• He thinks it looks better

• He wants more sunlight