Questions and Answers
What did Wilbur earn and why?
$25 and a handsome bronze medal
What did Charlotte say about Wilbur's future?
That it was secure.
Why did Charlotte say she'd done the things she had for Wilbur?
That she liked him, he was her friend, and by helping him, she had lifted up her life a trifle.
What did Charlotte say that made Wilbur feel very sad?
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What did Wilbur make up his mind he must do?
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How did Templeton respond to Wilbur's request for help?
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What did Templeton do to help?
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Did anyone know the large part Charlotte played in Wilbur's success?
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How did Wilbur feel about returning home?
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What did Fern say was the best thing in the world?
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Did Wilbur keep his promise to Templeton?
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What happened to most all of the little spiders one warm spring day?
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Who had stayed behind in the barn? What were their names?
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What did Wilbur and the spiders pledge to each other?
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Study Notes
Wilbur's Achievements and Recognition
- Wilbur earned $25 and a handsome bronze medal for his success at the fair.
- Despite his accolades, only Fern and the animals acknowledged Charlotte's significant contribution to Wilbur's victory.
Charlotte's Insights and Sacrifices
- Charlotte believed Wilbur's future was secure, reassuring him of a positive outcome.
- She expressed her deep affection for Wilbur, stating that helping him enhanced her own life.
- Charlotte revealed to Wilbur that she would not return to the farm because she was dying, leaving him in sorrow.
Wilbur's Decisions and Actions
- Wilbur resolved to take Charlotte's egg sac back to the barn as a way to honor her legacy.
- Templeton was initially reluctant to assist Wilbur, expressing his disinterest but eventually brought the egg sac to him.
Returning Home and Reflections
- Upon returning home, Wilbur felt a sense of happiness and contentment.
- Fern indicated that the most enjoyable experience was the thrill of being at the top of the ferris wheel with Henry when it stopped.
The Legacy of Charlotte's Offspring
- Wilbur kept his promise to Templeton, helping him grow significantly, akin to the size of a woodchuck.
- One warm spring day, most of Charlotte's little spiders crawled out of the egg sac, demonstrating the continuation of her legacy.
- Three of Charlotte's children remained behind in the barn, named Joy, Areanea, and Nellie.
Themes of Friendship
- Wilbur and the remaining spiders forged a pledge of friendship, symbolizing the bond formed through their shared experiences.
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