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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 - Summer Days.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the rain in Chapter 4 disrupt Wilbur's plans?
(a) All the loudest animals are driven inside the barn by the rain.
(b) The sound of the raindrops disturbs his nap.
(c) A leaky roof makes rain drip and soak his bed.
(d) He had wanted to go out and dig a new hole in his yard.

2. Why does Mrs. Arable think having Wilbur go live with the Zuckermans is a good idea?
(a) They will promise not to kill him.
(b) Mrs. Arable thinks it is a terrible idea.
(c) Fern can walk down the road and visit Wilbur as often as she likes.
(d) Once Wilbur is sent away, Fern will forget all about him.

3. According to the author, when is a time when it is hard to sleep?
(a) When your stomach is full and your head is heavy.
(b) When your heart is heavy and your mind is light.
(c) When your spirit is weak and your soul is sad.
(d) When your stomach is empty and your mind is full.

4. What does Wilbur do every morning after breakfast?
(a) He waits with Fern until her bus comes.
(b) He cries until Fern comes home for lunch.
(c) He takes a nap until lunchtime.
(d) He follows Mrs. Arable around as she cleans the house.

5. What season is it on the farm at the beginning of Chapter 6?
(a) It is fall.
(b) It is spring.
(c) It is summer.
(d) It is winter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Wilbur do to try to find his mysterious new friend?

2. Why does the goose say the last egg didn't hatch?

3. Which of the following is not a reason the lamb gives for not playing with Wilbur?

4. Why can't the goose play with Wilbur?

5. What does the voice Wilbur hears at the end of Chapter 4 tell him?

(see the answer key)

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