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Question #6

Look at the section of chapter twenty–eight where the author describes how the men came to collect the people's kettles, spoons, and bowls. Kate DiCamillo writes that they "were sent out to deliver the grim news…."

What is another word "grim" in this context?





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Question #5

Look towards the beginning of chapter thirty, where the author describes Mig. Kate DiCamillo writes, "…she was a bit slow–witted."

In this context, what does "slow–witted" mean?






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Question #5

Look at the section of Chapter thirty–two where Mig reminds Gregory that soup is illegal. Gregory replies, "… too foolish to be borne, a world without soup."

In this context, what does "be borne" mean?





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Question #5

Look at the section of chapter twenty–four where Mig's father walks away from her. The author writes, the &quot…red tablecloth billowing out behind him…"

In this context, what does "billowing" mean?