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What was the main reason Chester did not eat the mulberry leaf immediately?
What was the main reason Chester did not eat the mulberry leaf immediately?
How did Sai Fong feel when listening to Chester's song?
How did Sai Fong feel when listening to Chester's song?
What did Sai Fong compare the experience of hearing Chester sing to?
What did Sai Fong compare the experience of hearing Chester sing to?
What did Mario initially think about finding a mulberry tree?
What did Mario initially think about finding a mulberry tree?
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What did Sai Fong do with the mulberry leaves after picking them?
What did Sai Fong do with the mulberry leaves after picking them?
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What were the characters in the book that Mario looked at primarily about?
What were the characters in the book that Mario looked at primarily about?
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What did the old Chinese gentleman use to dab his eyes?
What did the old Chinese gentleman use to dab his eyes?
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What did Sai Fong do when he pulled up the shade?
What did Sai Fong do when he pulled up the shade?
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What motivated Chester Cricket to clean the newsstand?
What motivated Chester Cricket to clean the newsstand?
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What types of soft drinks did Tucker Mouse prepare for the dinner party?
What types of soft drinks did Tucker Mouse prepare for the dinner party?
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How did Tucker Mouse acquire the ice for the drinks?
How did Tucker Mouse acquire the ice for the drinks?
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What did Chester Cricket say when he first met Harry Cat at the party?
What did Chester Cricket say when he first met Harry Cat at the party?
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What type of food was Tucker Mouse in charge of for the dinner party?
What type of food was Tucker Mouse in charge of for the dinner party?
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What was Chester Cricket's emotional response to Harry Cat's compliment?
What was Chester Cricket's emotional response to Harry Cat's compliment?
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What was the arrangement of food during the dinner party?
What was the arrangement of food during the dinner party?
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What was Chester Cricket polishing while cleaning the newsstand?
What was Chester Cricket polishing while cleaning the newsstand?
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What made crawling out of the drain pipe undesirable for Chester Cricket?
What made crawling out of the drain pipe undesirable for Chester Cricket?
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Why did Tucker Mouse feel proud about the drinks at the party?
Why did Tucker Mouse feel proud about the drinks at the party?
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Study Notes
Chester's Celebration
- Chester Cricket, a cricket living in a New York City newsstand, hosts a party for his animal friends—Tucker Mouse and Harry Cat— to celebrate two months of living together.
- The party is held in a newsstand, considered a suitable, sheltered space by the animals.
- Tucker Mouse meticulously prepared a variety of food, including liverwurst, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, whole-wheat, rye, white bread, coleslaw, chocolate, and candy.
- He also procured iced soft drinks—Coca-Cola, Pepsi, root beer, and orange pop—all in separate paper cups with ice.
- Harry Cat, who attended an open-air concert beforehand, complimented Chester's singing ability.
Mulberry Leaves and Chinese Guests
- Sai Fong, a Chinese gentleman, brings a mulberry tree to Chester's party.
- Chester, while happy to receive mulberry leaves, isn't hungry despite his usual appetite; he's full from a recent meal.
- Chester eventually eats a leaf later to show he appreciates the gift, and even sings in appreciation.
- The Chinese gentleman and Sai Fong comment on how peaceful and beautiful the cricket's singing is, expressing that it's like being in a palace garden.
- Sai Fong gives Mario a box of mulberry leaves, ensuring Chester has enough for them.
Party Preparations
- Chester prepped the newsstand, ensuring the matchbox was lined up, the shelf was dust-free, and even cleaned the cricket cage and alarm clock.
- Aimed to create a perfect ambiance.
- The party was to celebrate the two months since the arrival of Chester in New York.
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Test your knowledge about Chester the Cricket's party and his friends. From the food prepared by Tucker Mouse to the unique gift from Sai Fong, this quiz covers key details of their celebration and friendships. Join in and see how much you remember about this delightful story!
