Questions and Answers
When does Fern see her father leave?
While she and her mum are setting up the table for breakfast.
What does Fern's father leave the house with?
With an axe
What does Fern decide to call the pig?
Wilbur
What is a runt?
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What was Mr. Arable going to do with the runt?
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What does Mr. Arable decide to do with the runt after all?
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How old is Fern?
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How does Fern feed Wilbur?
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What does Fern take for breakfast?
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Describe Avery.
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How did Fern and Avery describe Wilbur?
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Study Notes
Key Characters and Events
- Fern sees her father leave the house while setting the breakfast table.
- Mr. Arable leaves the house with an axe, indicating a serious intention.
Wilbur the Pig
- Fern names the runt pig Wilbur, giving him an identity and a chance at life.
- A runt is described as a small pig, often viewed as weaker than its littermates.
- Mr. Arable initially plans to kill the runt due to its size but changes his mind and gives it to Fern instead.
Important Facts
- Fern is 8 years old, showcasing her youthful innocence and determination.
- Fern feeds Wilbur using a baby bottle filled with milk, emphasizing her nurturing nature.
Family Dynamics
- Fern has an older brother named Avery, who is described as 10 years old, heavily armed with a rifle and a wooden dagger, suggesting a humorous yet aggressive character.
- Fern describes Wilbur as perfect, contrasting sharply with Avery's negative description of him as miserable and likening him to a white rat.
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Explore the key characters and events from 'Charlotte's Web'. This quiz examines Fern's nurturing nature towards Wilbur the pig and highlights family dynamics, illustrating the contrast between Fern and her brother, Avery. Test your understanding of these pivotal moments and relationships in the story.
