Despereaux's Journey and Challenges

In this chapter, Despereaux finds himself in a dark, foul-smelling dungeon. Despite the overwhelming darkness and fear of non-existence, he recalls the words of the threadmaster and resolves to be brave like a knight for Princess Pea. As he tries to comfort himself with a story, a loud voice interrupts, causing him to faint.

Who is the author of 'The Tale of Despereaux'?

• Roald Dahl

• Kate DiCamillo

• J.K. Rowling

• Suzanne Collins

What does Despereaux realize about his bones after falling?

• They are missing

• They are broken

• They are unbroken

• They are glowing

What is the primary smell in the dungeon?

• Fresh flowers

• Freshly baked bread

• Despair and rats

• Perfume

What does Despereaux fear about the darkness?

• It might be full of monsters

• It might mean he doesn't exist

• It might swallow him

• It might make him invisible

Why does Despereaux say 'perfidy' out loud?

• To hear his own voice

• To scare the rats

• To curse the darkness

• To call for help

What physical reaction does Despereaux have to the darkness?

• He shivers and sneezes

• He falls asleep

• He dances

• He starts singing

What does Despereaux hold onto in the darkness?

• A stick

• His tail

• A piece of cloth

• A rock

What does Despereaux long for in the darkness?

• A map

• A friend

• A handkerchief

• A sword

What words inspire Despereaux to be brave?

• Honor, Courtesy, Devotion, Bravery

• Love, Peace, Joy

• Strength, Courage, Wisdom

• Hope, Faith, Charity

What does Despereaux compare himself to when trying to be brave?

• A giant

• A king

• A knight in shining armor

• A wizard