Understanding Characters and Events in NIMH

Mrs. Frisby learns about the mysterious plan of the rats of NIMH. She explores the library, meets a young rat named Isabella, and learns about the rats' origins and their escape from NIMH. Isabella shares her limited knowledge about NIMH, and Mrs. Frisby hopes Nicodemus will provide more clarity. The section ends with Nicodemus, Justin, and Mr. Ages entering the library.

What does Mrs. Frisby find strange about the rats of NIMH?

• Their diet

• Their size

• Their ability to read and write

• Their color

Why does Mrs. Frisby decide not to explore the rats' domain?

• Nicodemus instructed her to wait

• The doors are locked

• She is too tired

• She is afraid of getting lost

What does Mrs. Frisby notice on the blackboard in the library?

• A drawing of a rat

• A map of the area

• A schedule of tasks and plans

• A list of rat names

Who is Isabella?

• A spy from NIMH

• Mrs. Frisby's daughter

• A leader of the rats

• A young rat Mrs. Frisby meets

What does Isabella reveal about NIMH?

• It is a type of food the rats eat

• It is a city where the rats live

• It is a game the rats play

• It is a place where the rats were experimented on

Why does Isabella's mother dislike the rats' future plan?

• It is too expensive

• It involves too much work

• It is dangerous

• It requires leaving their current home

Who is the leader of the rats?

• Nicodemus

• Justin

• Isabella

• Mrs. Frisby