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What did Fern do for Wilbur every morning?
What did Fern do for Wilbur every morning?
- Gave him a bath.
- Played games with him.
- Warmed his milk and fed him. (correct)
- Took him for a walk.
Where was Wilbur kept after living in a box near the stove?
Where was Wilbur kept after living in a box near the stove?
- Outdoors under a tree.
- In a barn with other animals.
- In a bigger box in the woodshed. (correct)
- In the living room of the house.
What did Wilbur do when he got tired during walks with Fern?
What did Wilbur do when he got tired during walks with Fern?
- He sat down on the ground.
- He asked Fern to carry him.
- He ran ahead of Fern.
- He fell asleep in the doll carriage. (correct)
Why did Fern cry when her father said Wilbur had to be sold?
Why did Fern cry when her father said Wilbur had to be sold?
How did Fern ensure Wilbur stayed warm at night?
How did Fern ensure Wilbur stayed warm at night?
What does Wilbur do when Fern gets home from school?
What does Wilbur do when Fern gets home from school?
What did Mr. Arable mean when he said Wilbur was a runt?
What did Mr. Arable mean when he said Wilbur was a runt?
What did Wilbur prefer to do while Fern and Avery swam in the brook?
What did Wilbur prefer to do while Fern and Avery swam in the brook?
What was Fern's concern about Wilbur when he was moved outdoors?
What was Fern's concern about Wilbur when he was moved outdoors?
What price did Fern's father suggest she ask for Wilbur?
What price did Fern's father suggest she ask for Wilbur?
Flashcards
Wilbur's Home
Wilbur's Home
Wilbur, the piglet, initially lived in a box near the stove in the kitchen for the first few days of his life. Later, as he grew, he was moved to a bigger box in the woodshed and finally to a specially built yard under an apple tree with a wooden box full of straw.
Fern's Care for Wilbur
Fern's Care for Wilbur
Fern loved Wilbur dearly and took care of him diligently. She fed him milk multiple times a day, warmed his bottle, and held it for him to drink. She even waited for him by the road in the mornings until the school bus came.
Wilbur's Straw Tunnel
Wilbur's Straw Tunnel
After finishing his milk, Wilbur would burrow into the straw in his wooden box, creating a tunnel for himself and covering himself completely. This provided warmth and comfort for him.
Wilbur's Attachment to Fern
Wilbur's Attachment to Fern
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Wilbur's Yard
Wilbur's Yard
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Spring pig
Spring pig
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Runt
Runt
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Manure pile
Manure pile
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Why did Wilbur need to be sold?
Why did Wilbur need to be sold?
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How much did Uncle Homer pay for Wilbur?
How much did Uncle Homer pay for Wilbur?
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Study Notes
Wilbur's Early Life
- Fern, the protagonist, cherished Wilbur more than anything.
- She nurtured Wilbur by warming his milk, putting him to bed, and feeding him regularly.
- Wilbur was fed multiple times a day, including at supper and before bed, and in the afternoon by Fern.
- Mrs. Arable fed Wilbur at midday when Fern was at school.
- Wilbur's early life was spent in a box, then a bigger box, and eventually outdoors in a small yard specifically created for him.
Wilbur's Development
- Wilbur thrived in his first few weeks of life.
- Wilbur transitioned from a baby pig to a more developed one.
- He grew quickly from infancy, demonstrated by his growing appetite.
- His increased appetite led to a change in feeding habits, from milk to scraps.
Wilbur's Family and Selling
- Wilbur's family had already been sold, and it was time for Wilbur to be sold.
- Fern was distressed to learn Wilbur needed to be sold.
- Mr. Arable informed Fern it was time for Wilbur to be sold.
- Selling Wilbur was met with sadness for Fern.
- Wilbur was sold to the Zuckermans for $6.
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Explore the early life of Wilbur the pig, from his nurturing by Fern to his transition outdoors. Discover key moments in his development and the emotional impact of his eventual sale. This quiz delves into the important themes of companionship and growth in Charlotte's Web.
