Chester Cricket's Journey to New York
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What does Tucker Mouse enjoy doing aside from scrounging?

  • Finding food near the newsstand
  • Eavesdropping on human beings (correct)
  • Watching other mice play
  • Jumping across the brook

    • How does Chester Cricket describe his voice?

  • Deep and resonant
  • High and melodic (correct)
  • Soft and whispery
  • Raspy and hoarse

    • What does Tucker Mouse express a desire to do with Chester Cricket?

  • Teach him how to scrounge
  • Hear his story (correct)
  • Create a home together
  • Go on an adventure

    • Where does Chester Cricket say he originally lived?

    <p>Inside an old tree stump (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity was Chester Cricket practicing before coming to New York?

    <p>Jumping (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic does Tucker Mouse admire about Chester Cricket?

    <p>His hopping skills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Tucker Mouse do as soon as the Bellini family disappears?

    <p>Jump across the floor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Chester Cricket feel about never seeing Connecticut again?

    <p>Wistful and sad (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Tucker Mouse find that he was excited to share with Chester?

    <p>A big piece of liverwurst (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Chester feel after eating too much food from the picnic basket?

    <p>Sleepy and unable to move (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Chester initially not frightened when trapped under the roast beef sandwiches?

    <p>He believed the people would unpack the basket. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Chester believe he ended up after the train journey?

    <p>In New York (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of food was Chester particularly attracted to during the picnic?

    <p>Liverwurst sandwiches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Chester do while lying in the subway station for three days?

    <p>He chirped in nervousness. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Tucker Mouse do immediately after Chester shared his story?

    <p>He expressed sympathy and encouraged Chester to continue. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did Tucker Mouse take as soon as he smelled the liverwurst?

    <p>He jumped down to find the source. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Tucker Mouse's nesting area?

    <p>A mess of various items (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Chester's reaction to being trapped under the roast beef sandwiches?

    <p>He felt cramped and scared. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Tucker Mouse find appealing about Chester's experience at the picnic?

    <p>There was plenty of food. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chester identify as his natural habitat?

    <p>A meadow near a stump (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Chester manage to escape after being trapped?

    <p>He worked hard to get loose. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sound did Chester make that caught Tucker's attention?

    <p>A chirp (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initial reaction did Chester have when he saw Tucker Mouse in danger?

    <p>He feared for Tucker's safety. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Tucker Mouse introduce Harry Cat to Chester?

    <p>As a new friend. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of Harry Cat's diet does he mention during the conversation?

    <p>He finds the food in trash cans scarce. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Chester Cricket feel about his wings during the conversation?

    <p>He values them for their ability to produce music. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion does Chester express after seeing the interaction between Tucker and Harry?

    <p>Ashamed for overreacting initially. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sound does Chester Cricket produce that captures the interest of Harry Cat?

    <p>A rhythmic thrum. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Tucker's opinion on cats and mice in New York compared to the country?

    <p>They have formed unlikely friendships. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misconception does Chester express regarding his view of cats and mice?

    <p>That they can never be friends. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sound does Chester Cricket think his sound resembles?

    <p>Crik crik crik (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Tucker Mouse suggest to Chester Cricket about staying in New York?

    <p>He should meet new people and explore the city. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes Chester feel uneasy about living in New York?

    <p>The vastness of the world above him (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the star Chester sees above New York?

    <p>It reminds him of home in Connecticut. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Tucker Mouse describe a 'long-hair'?

    <p>A person with a refined taste. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity were Tucker and Chester engaging in before exploring Times Square?

    <p>Reading magazines in the newsstand. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chester's reaction reveal about his feelings toward New York initially?

    <p>He expresses fear and apprehension. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Harry Cat suggest to Chester to make him feel better about the city?

    <p>He should see New Year's Eve celebrations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Tucker Mouse view Chester Cricket's mother’s concerns about germs?

    <p>He disregards them as unfounded. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the city do Chester and Tucker explore first?

    <p>Times Square (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Who is Tucker Mouse?

    Tucker Mouse is a character who lives in the Times Square subway station. He enjoys eavesdropping on humans and exploring.

    Who is Chester Cricket?

    Chester Cricket is a character who lives in an old tree stump in Connecticut. He enjoys jumping and practicing for the summer.

    Where do Tucker and Chester meet?

    Tucker Mouse and Chester Cricket meet in a newsstand at the Times Square subway station.

    What does Tucker Mouse love?

    Tucker Mouse adores stories and enjoys listening to them.

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    Where is Chester from?

    Chester Cricket is from Connecticut and has never been to New York before.

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    What does Chester do to prepare for summer?

    Chester Cricket spends his time practicing jumping and getting ready for summer.

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    Who are the unlikely friends?

    Chester Cricket and Tucker Mouse find themselves together in the newsstand, an unlikely friendship.

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    What is Tucker curious about?

    Tucker Mouse is curious about Chester's journey from Connecticut to New York.

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    Chester Cricket

    Chester Cricket is a cricket who travels to New York City in a picnic basket.

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    Tucker Mouse

    Tucker Mouse is a friendly mouse who lives in a subway station.

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    Chester's Journey

    Chester Cricket's unexpected journey begins when he smells liverwurst and jumps into a picnic basket.

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    Country Cricket

    Chester is a country cricket, meaning he is not from a city or urban area.

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    Train Journey

    Chester is taken on a train journey unknowingly in a basket.

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    Subway Station

    The journey culminates in a New York City subway station.

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    The Smell of Liverwurst

    The smell of liverwurst attracts Chester and triggers his journey.

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    Tucker Finds Chester

    Tucker Mouse finds Chester Cricket in the subway station.

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    Worried Chester

    Chester Cricket's initial worry when he lands in New York City.

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    Tucker's Reassurance

    Tucker reassures Chester by offering him liverwurst.

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    Chester's Narrative

    Chester's detailed account of his journey and the unexpected situations he faced.

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    Connecticut to New York

    The train ride from Connecticut to New York City.

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    Subway Revelation

    The story reveals that the train Chester traveled on was actually the subway.

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    Train Noise

    The train's rattling and roaring noise made Chester scared.

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    Arrival in Times Square

    The climax of the story is Chester's arrival in a pile of dirt in the Times Square subway station.

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    Who is Harry Cat?

    Harry Cat is a tiger cat with gray-green eyes and black stripes. He lives in a drainpipe with Tucker Mouse.

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    What's special about Harry Cat?

    Harry Cat is a very friendly cat who doesn't see mice as enemies. He even lives with a mouse, Tucker.

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    Why are Harry and Tucker friends?

    In New York City, cats and mice have learned to be friends. They don't fight like they do in the countryside.

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    Why is Chester surprised about Harry Cat?

    Chester is surprised that cats and mice can be friends because in Connecticut, they are enemies.

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    How does Chester make music?

    Chester plays music with his wings by rubbing them together. It sounds like a violin or a thrum.

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    How does Harry Cat react to Chester's music?

    Harry Cat enjoys Chester's music and describes it as lovely and talented. He even wants to purr to it.

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    What does Chester prefer over flying?

    Chester can't fly very well, but he prefers making music to flying. He thinks his wings aren't useful for flying.

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    What does Chester's music sound like?

    Chester's chirping sounds like a violin or a thrum, which is different from the 'chee chee chee' sound people usually think a cricket makes.

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    From Connecticut to New York

    The story follows Chester Cricket's journey from Connecticut to New York City, where he experiences a new environment and encounters different characters.

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    Chester's First Encounter

    When Chester first arrives in New York City, he is overwhelmed by the sights and sounds, particularly the bright lights and traffic of Times Square.

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    Chester’s Change in Perspective

    Chester's initial fear of New York City is gradually replaced by curiosity as he explores the unfamiliar environment.

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    Times Square Exploration

    Tucker Mouse introduces Chester to the sights of Times Square, highlighting the lively, bustling atmosphere and unique features of the city.

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    Familiar Elements

    The story suggests that even in a fast-paced city like New York, there are familiar elements that can provide comfort and connection, exemplified by Chester’s recognition of a familiar star in the night sky.

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    Contrast of Environments

    The contrast between Chester’s peaceful, natural environment in Connecticut and the bustling, urban environment of Times Square highlights the differences between rural and city life.

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    Friendship and Support

    The characters' interactions, particularly between Chester and Tucker, illustrate the value of friendship and support, even in the face of uncertainty.

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    Personal Growth

    The story emphasizes the importance of embracing new experiences and adapting to different environments, highlighting the theme of personal growth and exploration.

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    Study Notes

    Tucker and Chester's Encounter

    • Tucker Mouse, observing humans, discovers a gap in the newsstand and meets Chester Cricket, a cricket.
    • Chester explains his journey to New York, starting three days prior.
    • Chester describes his peaceful summer life in a tree stump next to a brook.
    • Chester was practicing jumping when he smelled liverwurst.
    • He followed the smell to a picnic basket.

    Picnic Basket Mishap

    • Chester ate a considerable amount of food from the basket, getting tired and falling asleep inside while at the picnic.
    • He was accidentally packed in a bag containing roast beef sandwiches.
    • The basket was transported in a car, then a train, and finally to the New York subway station.
    • Chester became trapped under roast beef sandwiches.

    Chester's Arrival in New York

    • Chester was scared through the journey, and he was worried about his distance from home.
    • He was finally delivered in a pile of dirt in the subway station after his train journey.
    • Chester had been unconscious for 3 days in the pile of dirt.
    • A large tiger cat, Harry, is sitting above him.

    Chester's Chirping and a Cat

    • Chester chirp due to his worries about the situation, attracting Tucker's attention, who had been unaware of his presence.
    • A hidden thing, possibly a cat, is near Tucker and Chester, causing them to dive for safety.
    • Tucker and Chester meet Harry Cat, a large tiger cat who is Tucker's friend.
    • Chester was initially afraid of cats, thinking cats and mice were enemies.
    • Harry isn't interested in the traditional cat-mouse conflict.
    • Chester performs a musical display using his wings.
    • Chester's music impresses Harry and Tucker, leading to a more positive experience.
    • Tucker and Harry discuss their daily lives.
    • Harry explains that he is after garbage, and is frustrated that richer New Yorkers do not throw out enough.
    • Chester and Tucker have a discussion about Tucker's "long-hair" friends.
    • Tucker helps Chester understand that certain people are 'extra refined'.
    • They discuss Tucker's concerns about the newsstand, and the types of people who would read publications there.
    • Tucker is worried about the newsstand business.
    • Chester is apprehensive about staying in New York, unsure how to get home.
    • Tucker offers to help get Chester home, but encourages him to see more of New York.
    • Tucker and Harry lead Chester through the subway tunnels and into the streets of Times Square.
    • Chester is astonished by the sights, sounds, and colors of Times Square.
    • Chester expresses that the experience is overwhelming.
    • Tucker explains that there is something familiar to Chester in the sky (a star).
    • Chester looks to a star above to feel some calmness.

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