1. What is the proper scientific approach for dealing with a newly discovered animal? What is the importance of the proper approach? What does it prevent? What does it do?

2. Draw a picture of the hurkle kitten.

3. Write a short story that takes place on Lirht. Perhaps you will wish to describe what happens to Hvov, the adventure of another hurkle kitten, or what happens when an earthly cat is transported to Lirht.

4. A matter transportation device like that in "The Hurkle Is a Happy Beast" is a staple of science fiction. Where has it been used before? How does it advance the plot in science fiction tales?

5. What other writers have written fiction depicting the earth as better off without humans? What reasons do they have in common with "The Hurkle Is a Happy Beast"?

6. Having children stuck at their...