Questions and Answers
Why do you think Wilbur didn't sleep well that night?
His mind was full with things about his new friend. He was also hungry.
In the beginning, how does Wilbur feel about Charlotte? Use at least two examples from the story to support your answer.
Wilbur was disgusted by her. 'He watched in horror,' and 'Charlotte is fierce, brutal, scheming, and bloodthirsty.'
How does Charlotte describe the word 'salutations'?
She says salutations are fancy ways of saying hello or good morning.
How does Charlotte feel about Wilbur? Use examples from the story to support your answer.
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What does Charlotte say to Wilbur about his meals? How are they fed differently?
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Why is Fern able to visit more often now?
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What big event happens with the goose and gander in this Chapter 6?
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What gift does the goose give Templeton? Where does he put it?
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What words are used to describe Templeton in this Chapter 6? Do you think the words are positive or negative? Why?
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What does Charlotte say will happen if the egg breaks?
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What information does the old sheep give to Wilbur?
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Why does Charlotte believe the old sheep?
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Do you think the old sheep should have told Wilbur what was going to happen to him? Give at least two reasons for your choice.
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How does Wilbur react to the news? How is this similar or different from how you would react?
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How does Charlotte respond? Do you think it will work? Give at least two reasons for your choice.
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Study Notes
Wilbur's Feelings and Friendship
- Wilbur struggles with sleep due to thoughts of his new friendship and hunger.
- Initially, Wilbur is disgusted by Charlotte, describing her as "fierce, brutal, scheming, and bloodthirsty."
Charlotte's Kindness
- Charlotte greets Wilbur warmly, referring to salutations as fancy ways to say hello.
- She expresses her affection for Wilbur by speaking and waving to him kindly.
Dietary Differences
- Wilbur receives his meals delivered, while Charlotte must find her own food, highlighting a disparity in how they are fed.
Fern's Visits
- Fern is now able to visit Wilbur more frequently because school is out for the season.
Goose and Gander Event
- A significant event occurs when the goose eggs hatch, marking a change in the barn community.
Templeton's Character
- Templeton the rat is described negatively; he is characterized as having "no morals, no conscience," indicating a lack of decency.
Consequences of Broken Egg
- Charlotte warns that if the goose's dud egg breaks, it will produce a foul odor, making the barn uninhabitable.
Old Sheep's Revelation
- The old sheep informs Wilbur of a conspiracy to kill him at Christmas, explaining the urgency of his situation.
Trusting the Old Sheep
- Charlotte believes the old sheep's warning, as it has witnessed many cycles of life in the barn.
Ethical Implications of Revelation
- The old sheep should have informed Wilbur sooner to prepare him for his fate, indicating a moral responsibility to guide others.
Wilbur's Reaction
- Wilbur reacts negatively to the revelation of his impending fate, showcasing his distress and fear.
Charlotte's Plan to Save Wilbur
- Charlotte vows to save Wilbur and urges him to remain quiet, demonstrating her commitment to their friendship and his survival.
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Explore the emotional dynamics and friendships in 'Charlotte's Web.' This quiz covers Wilbur's feelings, Charlotte's kindness, and the interactions with other characters like Fern and Templeton. Engage with the themes of dietary differences and community changes in the barn.