Despereaux's Discoveries and Lessons

Despereaux, a unique mouse, struggles to conform to typical mouse behavior. He is captivated by light and stories, leading him to the castle library where he discovers the magic of books. His fascination with music draws him to the Princess Pea, breaking mouse rules by revealing himself to humans. This sets the stage for his adventures, highlighting themes of bravery and nonconformity.

What was Furlow trying to teach Despereaux?

• How to read books

• How to scurry like a mouse

• How to play music

• How to talk to humans

What distracted Despereaux during Furlow's lesson?

• The sight of a cat

• The smell of cheese

• The light through the stained glass

• The sound of music

What did Marlowe try to teach Despereaux in the library?

• How to nibble paper

• How to write stories

• How to sing

• How to dance

What did Despereaux discover when he looked at the book?

• A recipe for cheese

• The joy of reading stories

• A hidden treasure map

• A picture of a cat

What kind of story did Despereaux read in the library?

• A story about a brave knight and a princess

• A story about a mouse and a cat

• A story about a dragon and a wizard

• A story about a king and his kingdom

What did Despereaux discover was the source of the honey sweet sound?

• The sound of a flute

• The sound of King Philip's guitar

• The sound of a harp

• The sound of a waterfall

What rule did Despereaux break when he revealed himself?

• Never listen to music

• Never enter the library

• Never reveal yourself to humans

• Never eat cheese in public

What did Princess Pea initially think Despereaux was?

• A bug

• A bird

• A cat

• A mouse

What did the King decide to do for Despereaux?

• Play music for him

• Give him cheese

• Read him a story

• Send him away

What effect did the King's music have on Despereaux?

• It made him want to run away

• It made him forget his fear

• It made him hungry

• It made him sleepy