Harriet the Spy: Character Insights

Anita Foster, a library media specialist, introduces 'Harriet the Spy' during banned book month. Harriet and Sport play an imaginative game called 'Town', where Harriet narrates a story involving townspeople and robbers. Oh Golly takes them on an adventure to Far Rockaway, revealing her family. The video concludes with information on accessing the book.

What is the significance of September in the context of the video?

• It is the month of Halloween.

• It is Banned Book Month.

• It is the month of Thanksgiving.

• It is the start of the school year.

Why was 'Harriet the Spy' banned in several places?

• It contained inappropriate language.

• It encouraged children to spy on adults.

• It had violent content.

• It was too difficult for children to understand.

What game do Harriet and Sport play?

• They play hide and seek.

• They play a game of creating a town.

• They play soccer.

• They play video games.

What does Harriet use to create her imaginary town?

• A set of building blocks.

• A notebook and the ground.

• A board game.

• A computer program.

What happens in Harriet's story about the town?

• A new school is built.

• A robbery occurs at the gas station.

• A parade takes place.

• A festival is held.

How does Harriet's nurse react to her playing in the mud?

• She ignores her.

• She encourages her to continue.

• She scolds her and tells her to stand up.

• She joins her in the game.

What does Oh Golly decide to do with Harriet and Sport?

• Take them to a library.

• Take them to a theme park.

• Take them on an outing to see the world.

• Take them to a movie.

Why does Harriet insist on bringing her notebook?

• She wants to show it to her friends.

• She wants to draw pictures.

• She never goes anywhere without it.

• She needs it for school.

What does Harriet do during the subway ride?

• She sleeps.

• She reads a book.

• She takes notes on the people around her.

• She talks to Sport.

What surprises Harriet about Oh Golly?

• Oh Golly is a secret agent.

• Oh Golly is moving away.

• Oh Golly is a famous author.

• Oh Golly has a family.