Understanding the Queen's Actions and Intentions

In this chapter, the children awaken a powerful Queen in a desolate world. The Queen, Jadis, demonstrates her immense power and reveals the history of her world, Charn, which she destroyed using the Deplorable Word. As the palace collapses, the children realize the danger they are in. They manage to escape back to their world using magic rings, leaving the Queen behind.

What was the initial reaction of the children when they saw the Queen awaken?

• They were excited and happy.

• They were indifferent and ignored her.

• They were scared and tried to hide.

• They were curious and watched closely.

How did the Queen identify Diggory as a common child?

• By his behavior.

• By his accent.

• By his clothes.

• By his lack of royal blood.

What was Polly's concern about the Queen?

• The Queen might become their friend.

• The Queen might harm them.

• The Queen might take them to another world.

• The Queen might discover the rings.

What did the Queen do to the doors of the palace?

• She destroyed them with magic.

• She left them as they were.

• She opened them with a key.

• She asked the children to open them.

What was the city of Chan known for?

• Its modern technology.

• Its great beauty and power.

• Its peaceful nature.

• Its small size.

What was the Deplorable Word?

• A word to destroy all living things except the speaker.

• A phrase to heal the sick.

• A chant to summon rain.

• A spell to create life.

Why did the Queen want to go to the children's world?

• To explore new places.

• To escape her past.

• To rule it with her magic.

• To find new friends.

How did the children plan to escape from the Queen?

• By running away.

• By using the rings.

• By hiding in the palace.

• By asking for help.