Oryx and Crake | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Section 1 (pages 1-12)

1. Why can't Snowman tell what time it is?

His watch is broken.

2. Why doesn't it matter that Snowman does not know what time it is?

There is no longer an official time.

3. Where has Snowman been sleeping?

In a tree.

4. What kind of hat does Snowman wear?

A Red Sox baseball cap.

5. What fruit is hidden near Snowman's tree?

Mangoes.

6. What objects do the children bring Snowman from the ocean?

A computer mouse, pop bottle, and fast food container.

7. What does Snowman say his stubble is when the children ask about it?

Feathers.

8. What does Snowman pretend his watch is for the children?

A microphone.

9. Who does Snowman pretend to ask for stubble for the children?

Crake.

10. What does Snowman end up telling the children about the items they bring him from...
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