The story follows Tucker Mouse, who lives in a Times Square subway station. He observes Mario, a boy who helps at his father's newsstand. One night, Mario discovers a cricket and decides to keep it as a pet, despite his mother's initial reluctance. The cricket brings a sense of joy and companionship to Mario, highlighting themes of friendship and family.

What is Tucker Mouse's favorite pastime?

• Playing with other mice

• Sleeping

• Watching the world go by

• Collecting food

Where does Tucker Mouse live?

• In a park

• In a drainpipe

• In a house

• In a tree

Why does Mario stay late at the newsstand on weekends?

• To earn extra money

• To help his father

• To meet friends

• To read books

What does Tucker Mouse think about the business at the newsstand?

• It's steady

• It's unpredictable

• It's slow

• It's booming

Who is Mario's friend that works on the shuttle?

• George

• Paul

• Ringo

• John

What does Paul do to support Mario?

• Gives him advice

• Takes him for a ride

• Helps him with homework

• Buys a newspaper

What unusual sound does Tucker Mouse hear?

• A cricket's chirp

• A train whistle

• A dog's bark

• A cat's meow

What does Mario find under the waste papers?

• A cricket

• A coin

• A mouse

• A piece of candy

How does Mario react to finding the cricket?

• He is scared

• He is disappointed

• He is indifferent

• He is excited

What is Mama's initial reaction to the cricket?

• She is indifferent

• She wants it thrown away

• She wants to keep it

• She loves it