Pippi Longstocking Comprehension Questions

Grandma Carla reads a chapter of Pippi Longstocking where Pippi, a nine-year-old girl living alone, encounters policemen who want to take her to a children's home. Pippi playfully resists, leading them on a chase. Eventually, the policemen decide to let her stay at her home. Pippi, Tommy, and Annika enjoy their day, reflecting on the fun they had.

What is the name of the place where Pippi lives?

• Maple Street

• Villa Villekulla

• Sunnydale

• Green Gables

Why did the grown-ups in town disapprove of Pippi living alone?

• They were worried about her safety.

• They wanted her to go to school.

• They thought she was too young.

• All of the above.

What did Pippi offer to Tommy and Annika during their visit?

• Tea and cookies

• Coffee and ginger snaps

• Juice and cake

• Milk and biscuits

How did Pippi react when the policemen arrived?

• She hid from them.

• She ignored them.

• She was delighted.

• She was scared.

What did the policemen want Pippi to do?

• Move to a children's home

• Go to school

• Leave the town

• Both A and B

How did Pippi respond to the idea of going to school?

• She was excited.

• She was indifferent.

• She was dismissive.

• She was curious.

What did Pippi do when the policemen tried to take her?

• She ran away.

• She played tag with them.

• She called for help.

• She hid in the house.

How did Pippi escape from the policemen?

• She jumped into a tree.

• She ran into the forest.

• She hid in the attic.

• She climbed onto the roof.

What did Pippi offer the policemen after their encounter?

• A ride on her horse

• Ginger snaps

• A handshake

• A cup of tea

What did the grown-ups decide about Pippi after the policemen's report?

• To keep a closer watch on her

• To make her go to school

• To send her to a children's home

• To let her stay at Villa Villekulla