Frightful's Mountain by Jean Craighead George Comprehension Questions
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What did Sam Gribley name the young falcon and why?

He named her Frightful because he thought she was a raving beauty.

How did Sam Gribley nurture Frightful like a peregrine falcon mother would?

He fed her four and five times a day, carried her on his gloved fist, and taught her to fly to his hand.

Describe Frightful's behavior and feelings towards Sam Gribley as she grew up.

Frightful thought of Sam as her mother and nurturer. She considered Sam her family, with the memory of her parents pushed far back in her mind.

What was Frightful's greatest pleasure, and how did she demonstrate her skill as a hunter?

<p>Frightful's greatest pleasure was hunting with Sam. She demonstrated her skill as a hunter by loving the sky, updrafts, and coiling winds, and by rarely missing her targets when hunting with Sam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Frightful waiting for in the forest?

<p>Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of animal is Mole?

<p>dog</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of bird is Frightful?

<p>falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful catch in the story?

<p>a pheasant</p> Signup and view all the answers

What steals Frightful's catch?

<p>a red-tailed hawk</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful seek refuge to rest?

<p>in a tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful sense that leads her north?

<p>Sam's location</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful encounter near a cliff and a waterfall?

<p>Alice and goshawks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives to make Frightful's world feel right again?

<p>Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the journey illustrate about Frightful?

<p>perseverance, skill, and bond with Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who will go hunting together and feed and talk to Frightful?

<p>Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Alice encounter in the farmland?

<p>Frightful searching for game</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of bird is Frightful?

<p>peregrine falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sam and Alice encounter while climbing a tree?

<p>goshawks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful become separated from Sam and Alice?

<p>during a hunting trip</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful encounter and engage in courtship behavior with?

<p>a male peregrine falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of bird pursues Frightful?

<p>female goshawk</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do Frightful and the male peregrine falcon engage in aerial courtship?

<p>over the Schoharie Valley</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful seek refuge when encountering the female goshawk again?

<p>in a cloud</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who leads Frightful to safety on a cliff ledge?

<p>the male peregrine falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sam and Alice witness during their search for Frightful?

<p>her interaction with the male peregrine falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's instinctual response to the male peregrine falcon's courtship signal?

<p>a potential mate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Frightful's flight and encounters demonstrate about her?

<p>independence and survival instincts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text highlight about Frightful's struggles?

<p>her bond with Sam and her natural instincts as a peregrine falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Frightful?

<p>Frightful is a peregrine falcon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Frightful against Sam's protests?

<p>Frightful was taken from her home by two men against Sam's protests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was Frightful left after being transported in a camper?

<p>Frightful was left in a pine forest on a perch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Frightful remain unharmed when a sharp-shinned hawk was killed by a coyote near her?

<p>Frightful remained unharmed due to being tethered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who set Frightful free and urged her to fly away?

<p>Alice, Sam's sister, set Frightful free and urged her to fly away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Alice cut to allow Frightful to see and fly freely for the first time?

<p>Alice cut Frightful's jesses and leash.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did Frightful soar to after being set free?

<p>Frightful soared to the top of a pine tree to survey her surroundings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What drove Frightful to seek food as a free bird?

<p>Hunger drove Frightful to seek food as a free bird.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the thermal help Frightful to do?

<p>The thermal helped Frightful to gain altitude and get a better view of the landscape.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Frightful prioritize as her first act of freedom?

<p>Frightful prioritized hunting for food as her first act of freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key elements in Frightful's pursuit of freedom?

<p>The bond with Sam, her training, and the support from Alice are key elements in Frightful's pursuit of freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story highlight about Frightful?

<p>The story highlights Frightful's journey to regain her freedom and independence after being taken from her home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the physical features of Frightful and Chup?

<p>large black-brown eyes and ebony black beaks with saffron-yellow nares</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful arrive, and what does it remind her of?

<p>Frightful arrives at a cliff above the Schoharie River, which reminds her of her first home and parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Frightful and Chup engage in bonding?

<p>They engage in feather talk to bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the young peregrine falcons called, and who feeds them?

<p>The young peregrine falcons are called eyases, and Chup feeds them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Frightful not fully aware of in her new peregrine habitat?

<p>Frightful is not fully aware of her new peregrine habitat due to being used to Sam's mountain habitat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Chup's first mate, and what does Chup do about it?

<p>Chup's first mate has disappeared, and Chup is left to care for the chicks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Chup try to do in relation to Frightful?

<p>Chup tries to court Frightful to become the new mother for the eyases</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frightful initially react to caring for the eyases?

<p>Frightful, raised by Sam, is inexperienced in caring for peregrine eyases and observes them curiously</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Chup do while Frightful cares for the eyases?

<p>Chup leaves Frightful to care for the eyases and hunt for food, while the eyases grow and become able to keep themselves warm</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frightful gradually adapt to her new role?

<p>Frightful gradually learns to understand the eyases' needs and their communication through their movements and sounds, feeding herself and gaining strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who continues to hunt and search for a mate while Frightful cares for the eyases?

<p>Chup continues to hunt and search for a mate while Frightful cares for the eyases</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Frightful's relationship with the eyases as she adapts to her new role?

<p>Frightful gradually learns to understand the eyases' needs and their communication through their movements and sounds, feeding herself and gaining strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Duchess' first experience flying and landing after leaving the nest.

<p>Duchess first experiences flying by flapping and sailing out over the red maples. She then stalls out and falls, landing in a treetop with her wings spread across leaves and twigs. She hangs there for a moment before finding a sturdy limb and standing upright on the tree limb.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Lady do after stuffing herself with food and napping in the noontime heat?

<p>After stuffing herself with food and napping, Lady plays with a feather, then a stick. Feeling restless, she stretches her wings and is picked up by the air, flying as well.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text reveal about Duchess' realization and motivation after landing in the treetop?

<p>After landing in the treetop, Duchess realizes that food, companions, and parents are out of reach, and she must fly to survive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the initial actions and experiences of Lady after awakening from her nap?

<p>After awakening from her nap, Lady plays with a feather, then a stick. Feeling restless, she stretches her wings and is picked up by the air, flying as well.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful seek refuge after facing a bald eagle attack?

<p>culvert</p> Signup and view all the answers

What halts bird migration and forces Frightful to stay at Beaver Corners?

<p>cold weather</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful hunt to gain strength as the cold weather persists?

<p>rabbit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful witness birds doing as the warmth returns?

<p>migrating by the light of the stars</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful navigate her way through during her journey?

<p>challenges of nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful face and struggle with while seeking shelter in an abandoned church?

<p>hunger</p> Signup and view all the answers

What emotions does Frightful experience during her journey?

<p>intense emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful find safety after escaping the bald eagle?

<p>refuge in a culvert</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do to regain composure after experiencing intense emotions?

<p>quickly regains composure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful search for upon her return to the farm?

<p>companion Mole</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful struggle with while facing a storm during her journey?

<p>hunger</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the cold weather force Frightful to do at Beaver Corners?

<p>stay</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the two main characters in the text?

<p>Frightful and Mole</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful struggle with due to the hazy weather and lack of food?

<p>Flying</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful eventually find her way to?

<p>Woodchuck Lodge</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who takes in Mole and becomes involved in his adventure?

<p>Hanni and Hendrik Van Sandtford</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mole's behavior upon arrival at Woodchuck Lodge indicate?

<p>His confidence in finding food sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the interconnectedness of the characters' journeys illustrate?

<p>The interconnectedness of different characters and their experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text provide insight into?

<p>The characters' behaviors, relationships, and survival instincts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative hint at?

<p>The ongoing connection between the different characters and their experiences in the story</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's struggle contrast with?

<p>Mole's journey and adaptation to his new environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful attempt to read to plot her course?

<p>The sun's rays and the earth's magnetic field</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful show disinterest in waterbirds and prefer to find food?

<p>Upland meadows</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the reader gain insight into from the story?

<p>The characters' behaviors, relationships, and survival instincts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the eyases in the story?

<p>Duchess, Lady, and Drum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges do the eyases face in the wilderness?

<p>Learning to fly, finding food, and staying warm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful refrain from doing, guided by ancient peregrine instincts?

<p>Feeding the fledglings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who eventually manages to fly back to the aerie and eat, only to be chased away by another eyas?

<p>Drum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a central theme in the narrative?

<p>Frightful's role as a mother, balancing nurturing with allowing independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story highlight about the eyases' competition for food?

<p>The fierce competition and the importance of mastering essential skills for survival</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Duchess become engrossed in, instead of learning to fly?

<p>Observing other animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Lady struggle with, in addition to flying?

<p>Staying warm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text depict about the natural instinct of peregrine falcons?

<p>The natural instinct and the harsh realities of the wilderness as the eyases struggle to become independent and self-sufficient</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Drum do after being chased by Duchess?

<p>Learns to fly and lands on a tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges do the eyases face under the watchful eye of Frightful?

<p>Survival challenges, including learning to fly, finding food, and staying warm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's instinctual guidance lead her to do for the eyases?

<p>Leave them to their own devices to learn to fly and hunt for food</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the experiences Duchess has during her first flight?

<p>Duchess experiences her first flight, chased birds, and returned to her aerie for food</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who helps Lady, a young falcon, to survive and eventually become strong and fat?

<p>Chup helps Lady to survive and eventually become strong and fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What environmental signal initially causes Frightful to struggle with the decision to migrate?

<p>Frightful struggles with the decision to migrate due to environmental signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What urges Frightful to migrate south or face the risk of not finding enough food in the frigid northern winter?

<p>Frightful's bird sense urges her to migrate south or face the risk of not finding enough food in the frigid northern winter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text primarily depict about the peregrine falcons?

<p>The text primarily depicts the challenges and instincts of peregrine falcons during their migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the story regarding the peregrine falcons?

<p>The story follows the survival and migration journey of several young peregrine falcons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What drives Frightful to finally start her migration south?

<p>Frightful finally starts her migration south after a light snowfall, covering ten miles before turning back due to hunger</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Frightful decide to find Mole's farm?

<p>Frightful decides to find Mole's farm, where she was held captive</p> Signup and view all the answers

What risk does Frightful face if she does not migrate in time?

<p>The window for fall migration is limited, and Frightful risks disaster if she does not migrate in time</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Drum do before migrating south?

<p>Drum grows fat on terns and willets before migrating south</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who accompanies Duchess during her migration south?

<p>Duchess migrates south, accompanied by cedar waxwings and juncos</p> Signup and view all the answers

What eventually leads Frightful to start her migration south after delaying it multiple times?

<p>Frightful eventually feels the urge to migrate, but returns due to hunger and the desire to find Mole</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the students' initiative to write letters and their concerns regarding wildlife in the text.

<p>The students show initiative by writing letters to Mr. Lon Herbert, expressing their concerns about wildlife and the impact of electric poles on birds. They address issues such as bird rights, discrimination against birds, and the need for changes to prevent birds from getting zapped by electric wires.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the students' letters to Mr. Lon Herbert reflect their understanding of civil rights and their determination to advocate for wildlife?

<p>The students' letters reflect their understanding of civil rights as they argue that birds should have rights too. They express determination to advocate for wildlife by mentioning studying civil rights and expressing their intention to become a bird-defense lawyer in the future.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What message do the students convey to Mr. Lon Herbert through their letters, and how do they propose to address the issue of birds getting zapped by electric wires?

<p>The students convey a message of concern for the well-being of birds and propose addressing the issue of birds getting zapped by electric wires through suggestions for changing the wires on a transformer to prevent birds, including eagles, owls, hawks, vultures, and blue jays, from getting zapped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the students' letters to Mr. Lon Herbert demonstrate their empathy and advocacy for wildlife, and what actions do they propose to protect the birds?

<p>The students' letters demonstrate their empathy and advocacy for wildlife as they express concern for birds' rights and propose actions such as preventing zapping of birds by changing the wires on a transformer and suggesting that birds should be able to sue for the harm caused by electric poles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful make her resting place on?

<p>the bridge top</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful refuse to eat until she receives approval from Sam or the cries of baby falcons?

<p>the rat she catches</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful start making on the iron plate of the bridge?

<p>a scrape, a falcon's nest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What keeps Frightful from following another falcon, Chup?

<p>her loyalty to Sam and her attachment to the bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text depict about the bond between Frightful and Sam?

<p>the strong bond between them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's behavior indicate about her desire and sense of contentment?

<p>her desire to nest and growing sense of contentment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Frightful's actions and choices reflect?

<p>her transition to her new home and natural instincts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful find a sense of contentment and belonging?

<p>in her aerie on the bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful observe in Delhi, particularly as a potential food source?

<p>the bountiful pigeons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful catch but waits for approval or cues before eating?

<p>a pigeon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful go hunting with?

<p>Sam, her owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful refuse to eat until she receives approval from Sam or the cries of baby falcons?

<p>the rat she catches</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Frightful and what kind of bird is she?

<p>Frightful is a peregrine falcon, a species of bird known for its speed and agility in flight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Jon take Frightful and what is her initial reaction?

<p>Jon takes Frightful to a mountain top and sets her free, but she doesn't immediately fly away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Sam, and what is his initial dilemma regarding Frightful?

<p>Sam is Frightful's previous owner. He is conflicted about keeping Frightful due to legal restrictions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What decision does Sam eventually make regarding Frightful?

<p>Sam decides to let Frightful remain free while still caring for her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are Alice and Mrs. Strawberry, and what activities do they engage in with Sam?

<p>Alice and Mrs. Strawberry are individuals associated with Sam. They engage in hunting squirrels and work on a farm with him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do to display her strong homing instinct?

<p>Frightful takes flight and heads towards a specific mountain, eventually reuniting with Sam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frightful react when she hears Sam's updates about his life?

<p>Frightful listens attentively to Sam's words and appears to understand the emotions conveyed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Frightful's presence discovered by Alice, and what is the subsequent reaction?

<p>Frightful's presence is discovered by Alice, causing her to momentarily fly away before returning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do to indicate a strong bond with Sam?

<p>Frightful flies off but eventually returns, indicating a strong bond with Sam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful settle, and what does this showcase about her?

<p>Frightful settles on a bridge, showcasing her freedom and ability to thrive in the wild.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe Frightful's understanding of the flight patterns of pigeons and rats?

<p>The text describes Frightful as well-acquainted with the pigeons and rats in her surroundings and having a keen understanding of their flight patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's vibrant new feathers indicate about her?

<p>Frightful's vibrant new feathers indicate that she has healed from her injuries and is in good physical condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who sent 600 letters to schools to raise awareness about bird conservation?

<p>Jon, Maria, and Susan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What bird does Jon teach to hunt rats to survive?

<p>Frightful, a peregrine falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as Frightful's teacher by Susan?

<p>Hunger</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful struggle with but eventually learns to do?

<p>Hunt and kill a rat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the conservation efforts focus on, in addition to raising awareness about bird conservation?

<p>Changing utility poles to protect birds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Frightful indicating the end of her molting process and the return of migrating birds?

<p>She is in her nuptial plumage</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the children invited to read their letters on the radio?

<p>Mr. Lon Herbert</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the TV station film the children with?

<p>Frightful</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Frightful that signals the return of migrating birds?

<p>She molts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What returns to the Catskill Mountains after Frightful molts?

<p>Migratory falcons and hawks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does the text mention arriving to change utility poles?

<p>Three linemen</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's struggle with hunger and eventual success in hunting rats demonstrate?

<p>Her ability to survive in the wild</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Frightful's hunting habits and her current prey preferences.

<p>Frightful surveys areas for prey like rats and anticipates an upcoming abundance of young cottontails, planning to prey on them when they compete for food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has Frightful adapted her hunting habits and what influenced this change?

<p>Frightful has adapted her hunting habits under the influence of training by Sam and Jon, now targeting pests of humankind instead of her native prey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the implications of Lady's exposure to DDT on her health and reproductive success?

<p>Lady's exposure to DDT has adverse effects on her health, with implications for her longevity and reproductive success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text reveal about Frightful's interactions with other falcons and her reflections on the challenges she may face?

<p>The text showcases Frightful's engagement in a playful aerial interaction with Chup, another falcon, and her observations of Lady's return and eventual departure, potentially reflecting on her own future and the challenges she may face.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative highlight about the environmental impact of DDT on peregrine falcons like Lady?

<p>The narrative highlights the environmental impact of DDT, particularly on the health and survival of peregrine falcons like Lady.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's return coincide with, and what does it suggest about the surrounding environment?

<p>Frightful's return coincides with the onset of spring, when birds in the area begin to build nests, suggesting a shift in the surrounding environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What broader insights does the text provide regarding the behavior and challenges faced by peregrine falcons?

<p>The text provides insights into the behavior and challenges faced by peregrine falcons, including their adaptation to new hunting environments and their interactions with other falcons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frightful's hunting environment and her interactions with other falcons contribute to the rich portrayal in the narrative?

<p>Frightful's adaptation to a new hunting environment and her interactions with other falcons contribute to a rich portrayal of her experiences and behaviors, as well as the broader ecological context in which these events unfold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key elements in the text that contribute to the portrayal of Frightful's experiences and behaviors?

<p>The text presents a rich portrayal of Frightful's experiences and behaviors, as well as the broader ecological context in which these events unfold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful primarily target in her new hunting habits, and how does this differ from her native prey?

<p>Frightful primarily targets pests of humankind, under the influence of training by Sam and Jon, instead of her native prey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful observe and reflect on in relation to Lady's return and departure?

<p>Frightful observes Lady's return and eventual departure, potentially reflecting on her own future and the challenges she may face.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text provide insights into the challenges faced by peregrine falcons, particularly in the context of environmental impact?

<p>The text provides insights into the challenges faced by peregrine falcons, including the environmental impact of factors like DDT on their health and survival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who discovers the presence of a peregrine falcon's nest on the bridge and advocates for the protection of the endangered species?

<p>Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the delay in the bridge construction work and what endangered species is involved in the situation?

<p>The presence of a peregrine falcon's nest on the bridge has caused a delay in the construction work. The peregrine falcons are an endangered species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Joe Cassini respond to the concern about the peregrine falcons nesting on the bridge, and what implications does this have?

<p>Joe Cassini dismisses the concern and emphasizes that he is not knowledgeable about such matters. This implies a lack of consideration for the protection of the endangered species and their nesting season.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the situation with the peregrine falcons on the bridge reveal about the conflict between environmental conservation and infrastructure development?

<p>The situation highlights the conflict between the need for infrastructure development and the protection of endangered species and their habitats, raising questions about balancing progress with environmental conservation efforts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who takes measures to protect nesting peregrine falcons on the bridge?

<p>Conservation officer Leon Longbridge and four kids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam do to communicate with Frightful during the loud construction work?

<p>Sam communicates with Frightful to keep her calm during the loud construction work</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the kids consider doing to stop the repairs on the bridge?

<p>The kids consider writing letters to the governor to stop the repairs on the bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Sam and Frightful successfully protect the falcon eggs during the construction work?

<p>Sam and Frightful successfully protect the falcon eggs during the construction work</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do despite the noise from jackhammers on the bridge?

<p>Despite the noise from jackhammers, Frightful, the falcon, stays with her eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam wonder about while being high up on the bridge?

<p>Sam expresses his feeling of being high up on the bridge and wonders about the experience of flying</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the bridge when the workers take a lunch break?

<p>The workers take a lunch break, and the bridge becomes quiet</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frightful react to Sam's presence on the bridge?

<p>Frightful remains still and undisturbed by Sam's presence</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who visits the bridge to protect nesting peregrine falcons with four kids?

<p>Conservation officer Leon Longbridge and four kids come to the bridge to protect nesting peregrine falcons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the workers on the bridge doing that scares the falcons?

<p>The workers on the bridge are scaring the falcons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Leon Longbridge inform the kids about regarding the protection of endangered species?

<p>Leon Longbridge informs the kids about the protection of endangered species by the federal government</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does Sam take on due to 426's fear of the construction noise?

<p>feeding Frightful</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam plan to create to protect Frightful from potential disturbances?

<p>camouflage and wear a disguise</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who notices the nest but is initially unaware of the species and nesting habits of peregrine falcons?

<p>Joe Cassini and Dan Martin</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam construct on the mountainside to keep an eye on Frightful's aerie?

<p>a lean-to</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who questions why the bridge repairs have not been halted?

<p>Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful adapt to with Sam's assistance during her incubation period?

<p>the noise of the jackhammers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam wonder about in relation to the bridge repairs?

<p>why they have not been halted</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Sam strategically time his visits to Frightful?

<p>to avoid being seen by the school children and the work crew</p> Signup and view all the answers

What continues to navigate the challenges of the construction, with only nine days remaining until the chicks are expected to hatch?

<p>Frightful and Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who provides for Frightful by constructing a lean-to on the mountainside and continues to provide for her?

<p>Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam adjust his visits to Frightful based on?

<p>the noise levels from the construction equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the construction noise ceasing coincide with?

<p>Frightful's chicks beginning to develop inside the eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who discusses the Department of Transportation's unwillingness to stop work for the peregrines?

<p>Jon Wood and Leon Longbridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Jon and Leon consider doing with Frightful's eggs?

<p>Moving them to a box in a sycamore tree by the river</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Jon and Leon unsure of regarding Frightful's eggs?

<p>If she will follow them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Jon and Leon plan to do to save the falcons?

<p>Plan a parade</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jon notice near the nest that puzzles him?

<p>Sticks near the nest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What worries Sam about the safety of Frightful and her eggs?

<p>The presence of sticks near the nest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam decide it may be time to do regarding Frightful and her eggs?

<p>Move them</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Sam go to prepare for moving Frightful and her eggs?

<p>To the big sycamore tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Sam communicate with Frightful when they are about eye level?

<p>Whistles to her</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam anticipate a noisy day to be?

<p>A day when he doesn't get back to Frightful until after five</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the workers doing as Jon suggests trying to move Frightful to the sycamore tree?

<p>Pouring cement for the pilings</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Jon and Leon express frustration at as they leave the bridge?

<p>The lack of action to save the falcons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the kids protest about at Delhi Bridge?

<p>The repair of Delhi Bridge and the potential impact on peregrine falcons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who warns the kids to go home during the protest?

<p>Foreman Joe Cassini</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do the kids march to, drawing attention from parents and townspeople?

<p>Main Street</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who observes Frightful, the peregrine falcon, tending to her eggs from a sycamore tree?

<p>Sam Gribley</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Molly and her friends use to monitor the peregrines?

<p>A spotting scope</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the community's focus amidst the bridge repair controversy?

<p>Efforts to protect the peregrine falcons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful hear inside their shells, unaware of the impending bridge painting?

<p>The chicks cheeping</p> Signup and view all the answers

What ends as the peregrines' nesting period continues?

<p>The cement pouring for bridge repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the kids express their determination to save, gaining support from the community?

<p>The peregrine falcons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the protest cause and draw attention from passing cars?

<p>Traffic disruption and attention from passing cars</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who calls for more officers as the protest grows, and news media arrives to interview kids and locals?

<p>The police chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sam Gribley and others anticipate while monitoring the peregrines with a spotting scope?

<p>The hatching of the chicks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jose's reaction to the letter and his subsequent statement reveal about his character and his commitment to the cause?

<p>Jose's reaction to the letter and his statement reveal his determination and commitment to catching the poachers and rescuing the baby birds. His immediate focus on taking action demonstrates his strong sense of responsibility and his dedication to protecting the environment and wildlife.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the behavior of Frightful reflect her maternal instincts and the challenges she faces?

<p>Frightful's behavior reflects her strong maternal instincts as she attempts to care for the eyases even in difficult circumstances. Her struggle to find food and nourish her young showcases the challenges faced by mother birds in providing for their offspring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the interaction between Molly and Jose, as well as Frightful's actions, reveal about the impact of the events on the characters and the environment?

<p>The interaction between Molly and Jose, along with Frightful's actions, highlights the emotional and environmental impact of the events. It demonstrates the characters' deep concern for the well-being of the baby falcons and the urgency to address the threat to the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the letter and the characters' responses contribute to the development of the environmental conservation theme in the story?

<p>The letter and the characters' responses contribute to the development of the environmental conservation theme by emphasizing the importance of protecting wildlife and the environment. They highlight the characters' determination to address the threat to the environment and the significance of their efforts in preserving nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the peregrine falcon in the story?

<p>Frightful</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful encounter that mistakenly grabs her jesses?

<p>a red-tailed hawk</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is Frightful spotted by falconer Perry Knowlton?

<p>the Delhi Bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful catch in mid-air during her journey?

<p>a pigeon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Perry Knowlton contact about the jessed peregrine flying in the area?

<p>Leon Longbridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text portray about Frightful's instinctive drive?

<p>her determination and the potential challenges she faces in her journey to rescue Oksi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text create a compelling narrative of?

<p>falcon and human interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam place in a nest box?

<p>a chick named Oksi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam use to try to get Frightful's attention?

<p>a falconer's lure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do in eagerness upon hearing Oksi's cries?

<p>strikes the nest box and takes off</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's nurturing instinct indicate may fade without her missing chicks?

<p>her nurturing instinct</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who becomes concerned and attempts to follow Frightful at the Delhi Bridge?

<p>falconer Perry Knowlton</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam do to prevent food loss and remove Frightful’s jesses?

<p>Sam fixes a hole to prevent food loss and removes Frightful’s jesses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do Molly and Jose aim to find stolen baby falcons?

<p>Molly and Jose aim to find stolen baby falcons at a cave in Beaver Corners where falcon poachers were arrested.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who do Sam and Mole find trapped in a hawthorn bush?

<p>Sam and Mole find a dog named Mole trapped in a hawthorn bush.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam cook for dinner while camping by an abandoned barn?

<p>Sam cooks a feral chicken for dinner while camping by an abandoned barn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who captures a pheasant with Mole's help?

<p>Frightful captures a pheasant with Mole's help.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do Sam and Mole camp for the night?

<p>Sam and Mole camp by an abandoned barn for the night.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do upon finding Sam and Mole?

<p>Frightful captures a pheasant with Mole's help.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who eventually agrees to accompany Sam on his trip?

<p>Mole eventually agrees to accompany Sam on his trip.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who finds nothing in the cave at Beaver Corners?

<p>Leon Longbridge and the police find nothing in the cave at Beaver Corners.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the old friend that Sam encounters?

<p>Sam encounters his old friend Jessie Coon James, a raccoon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jessie Coon James steal from Sam?

<p>Jessie Coon James steals an ear of corn from Sam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Through what does Jessie Coon James depart after stealing the ear of corn?

<p>Jessie Coon James departs through a tunnel after stealing the ear of corn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What method does Sam use to track time and estimate when the eyas needs to be fed?

<p>Sam uses a stick to track time, estimating that the eyas needs to be fed within three hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. How old was Oksi on this day?

<p>Oksi was six days old on this day, finding both food and Frightful's warm brood patch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. Who arrives with wild strawberries and reveals that she has a dog?

<p>Alice arrives with wild strawberries, revealing that she has a dog.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What is Sam concerned about at the end of the day?

<p>The day ends with the sun setting, leaving Sam concerned about the poachers and the missing eyases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What does Frightful do after finding the eyas missing?

<p>Frightful returns to find the eyas missing, but Sam directs her to the roof of the mill house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What does Sam suspect after recalling an encounter with Skri and Bate at Beaver Corners?

<p>Sam suspects poachers, recalling an encounter with Skri and Bate at Beaver Corners.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What does Sam do to feed Oksi without imprinting on him?

<p>Sam disguises himself as a creature with a tanned chicken head to feed Oksi without imprinting on him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. How does Frightful react when she eventually flies to find food for Oksi?

<p>Frightful sits motionless, afraid but pulled to her chick, eventually flying to find food for Oksi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What does Sam ponder about Bate's potential hideout?

<p>Sam ponders Bate's potential hideout, worrying about the missing eyases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What is Sam's initial concern regarding licensed falconers in the area?

<p>Sam Gribley recalls licensed falconers in the area and worries about the poachers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What does Frightful search for and find at the familiar tree?

<p>Frightful searches for her eyas and finds her at the familiar tree where Sam had made a wigwam for Alice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What does Sam recall about an encounter with Skri and Bate at Beaver Corners?

<p>Sam recalls an encounter with Skri and Bate at Beaver Corners, suspecting poachers and worrying about the missing eyases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the story, what is the name of the peregrine falcon and her eyas cared for by Sam, and what happens to her mate 426?

<p>Frightful and her eyas Oksi, and her mate 426 is found dead, replaced by a new male falcon named Chup.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who found a dog named Mole near the Helderberg Escarpment, and what are the different names used for the dog?

<p>Hanni and Hendrik found the dog, named General by them and Mole by the previous farm owners.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was the dog Mole found by Hanni and Hendrik, and where was he later found by Hanni?

<p>Mole was found near the Helderberg Escarpment and later found at the John Burroughs lodge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who prepares food for the peregrine falcon Frightful and her eyas, and what happens to Frightful's mate 426?

<p>Sam prepares food, and Frightful's mate 426 is found dead and replaced by a new male falcon named Chup.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Alice want to make for the dog Mole, and what name does she want to use for the dog?

<p>Alice wants to make a special collar for Mole, and she wants to call him Mole.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who encounters a raccoon named Jessie Coon James, and what happens to Frightful's mate 426?

<p>Sam encounters the raccoon, and Frightful's mate 426 is found dead and replaced by a new male falcon named Chup.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the John Burroughs lodge in the story, and who reveals information about it?

<p>Mole was found near the lodge, and Sam reveals that the Park Service doesn't own it and there are no rangers there.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who becomes Frightful's new mate, and who prepares to leave towards the end of the story?

<p>Chup becomes Frightful's new mate, and Sam prepares to leave.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between the names General and Mole, and who wants to make a special collar for the dog?

<p>General is the name given by Hanni and Hendrik, while Mole is the name used by the previous farm owners. Alice wants to make a special collar for the dog.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fate of Frightful's mate 426, and who takes care of Frightful and her eyas?

<p>Frightful's mate 426 is found dead, and a new male falcon named Chup takes his place. Sam takes care of Frightful and her eyas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam reveal about the ownership and management of the John Burroughs lodge, and who found the dog Mole?

<p>Sam reveals that the Park Service doesn't own the lodge and there are no rangers there. Hanni and Hendrik found the dog Mole.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam encounter towards the end of the story, and who becomes Frightful's new mate?

<p>Sam encounters a raccoon named Jessie Coon James, and Chup becomes Frightful's new mate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key themes and struggles depicted in the Falcon Chronicles?

<p>The struggle for survival and independence, natural instincts and adaptations, hunting abilities, and interactions with the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the owner, Sam, demonstrate his deep connection and understanding of the falcons?

<p>He notices Frightful's unusual behavior and reacts with care and affection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tragic event occurs to Screamer, and what does it highlight?

<p>Screamer falls from a transformer and dies, highlighting the dangers faced by wild falcons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What insights do the falcons' experiences and interactions with their environment provide?

<p>Valuable insights into their natural behaviors, challenges, and adaptations, offering a compelling portrayal of their struggle for survival and independence in the wild.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative provide a detailed portrayal of?

<p>The falcons' natural instincts, hunting abilities, and interactions with their environment, emphasizing their struggle for survival and independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the falcons' behaviors and struggles illustrate?

<p>The challenges faced by captive and wild falcons in adapting to their natural instincts and environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text shed light on regarding the falcons' natural instincts and adaptations?

<p>The complexities of their natural instincts and adaptations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text emphasize about the falcons' behaviors, challenges, and interactions with their environment?

<p>Their struggle for survival and independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text provide a vivid and detailed account of?

<p>The falcons' behaviors, challenges, and interactions with their environment, shedding light on the complexities of their natural instincts and adaptations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Oksi, Frightful, and Blue Bill showcase through their hunting and behavior?

<p>Their hunting skills and adaptation to their environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the falcons' interactions with other birds and their environment provide?

<p>A detailed account of the falcons' hunting techniques and their interactions with other birds and their environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the falcons' experiences and interactions with their environment offer?

<p>A valuable portrayal of their struggle for survival and independence in the wild.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Oksi's first flight symbolize in the text?

<p>Oksi's first flight symbolizes her transition from a nestling to a fledgling, marking her entry into the world as a flying member of bird royalty—the family Falconidae. It also highlights her growing independence and curiosity about the world around her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Frightful's primary duty after Oksi's first flight?

<p>Frightful's primary duty after Oksi's first flight is to provide food until Oksi is able to catch her own. This shows Frightful's role as a provider and protector for Oksi during her early stages of independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text depict Oksi's evolving emotions and behavior after her first flight?

<p>The text depicts Oksi's evolving emotions and behavior after her first flight by showing her initial frustration at not being able to fly freely, followed by curiosity and excitement as she explores and observes the world around her. Her eventual tiredness and need for rest further highlight her transition from a nestling to a fledgling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does Frightful play in Oksi's development after her first flight?

<p>After Oksi's first flight, Frightful continues to play a crucial role in Oksi's development by monitoring and providing for her, ensuring her safety, and guiding her in the early stages of her independent flight. This demonstrates Frightful's nurturing and protective instincts as a parent figure to Oksi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the peregrine falcon in the text?

<p>Frightful</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful choose to seek shelter during a storm?

<p>church tower in Plymouth, North Carolina</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful meet and form a group of birds of prey with?

<p>Drum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do Frightful and Drum make a stopover during their journey?

<p>Cape Hatteras, North Carolina</p> Signup and view all the answers

What had adversely affected the peregrine falcon population in the past?

<p>DDT and pesticides</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frightful navigate through rough air and off-course moments?

<p>using her internal compass and environmental cues</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text showcase about Frightful's resilience and instincts?

<p>undertaking a challenging and perilous migratory journey</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Frightful and Drum do before continuing their journey?

<p>oil their feathers and rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the detailed narrative provide insights into?

<p>the behavior and challenges faced by peregrine falcons during their long-distance migrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful find shelter during unfavorable winds?

<p>church tower in Plymouth, North Carolina</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful wait for in the forest?

<p>Drum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's sighting represent in the context of the story?

<p>a rare and thrilling event due to the past adverse effects on the peregrine falcon population</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Bando do after Samantha is born?

<p>Bando rushes back to the hospital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Bando name Samantha after?

<p>Bando names the girl Samantha after Zella.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Bando hurry off to after Samantha's birth?

<p>Bando hurries off to the mill house to pick up a surprise for Zella and Samantha.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who leaves, prompting Sam to think of having a new friend named Samantha?

<p>Oksi, a friend of the forest, leaves, and Sam whispers to himself that he has a new friend named Samantha.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Perry Knowlton do to prepare Blue Bill and Screamer for independence?

<p>Perry Knowlton is feeding Blue Bill and Screamer at the hack board, a food platform on stilts, to prepare them for independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Blue Bill when Perry tries to set him free?

<p>Blue Bill fails to fly to the hack board, and Perry worries about his ability to set him free due to his strong imprint on people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Perry decide not to release Blue Bill immediately?

<p>Perry decides not to release Blue Bill immediately due to the bald eagle attack and his strong imprint on people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who expresses happiness at the prospect of visiting Blue Bill often?

<p>Maria expresses happiness at the prospect of being able to visit Blue Bill often if he cannot be set free.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Perry do to indicate that the situation has been resolved for the moment?

<p>Perry smiles and opens the barn door, indicating that the situation has been resolved for the moment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason behind Frightful's decision to migrate south?

<p>The changing environmental cues and the natural instinct for migration in birds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Oksi, and what decision does Oksi make regarding migration?

<p>Oksi is a falcon who also feels the pull of migration and joins the North American bird migration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story highlight about the tension between human desires and the innate instincts of wild animals?

<p>The story highlights the tension between human desires for companionship and the natural instincts of wild animals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text depict Frightful's conflicted feelings about migrating?

<p>Frightful's conflicted feelings about migrating are depicted through her actions and restlessness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sam and Alice primarily discuss as the reasons behind bird migration?

<p>Sam and Alice discuss the reasons behind bird migration, primarily related to food supply.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful eventually take a bearing on to prepare for migrating southward?

<p>Frightful eventually takes a bearing on the sun's rays to prepare to migrate southward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text depict about Frightful's emotional conflict and the natural instinct for migration in birds?

<p>The text depicts Frightful's emotional conflict and the natural instinct for migration in birds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story highlight about the natural instinct of peregrine falcons?

<p>The story highlights the natural instinct for migration in peregrine falcons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is deeply saddened by Frightful's decision to leave and chooses not to feed her to encourage migration?

<p>Sam is deeply saddened by Frightful's decision to leave and chooses not to feed her to encourage migration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sam and Alice observe about Frightful's behavior that indicates her decision to migrate?

<p>Sam and Alice observe Frightful's southward concentration, indicating her decision to migrate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme regarding the peregrine falcons in the narrative?

<p>The central theme regarding the peregrine falcons in the narrative is the natural instinct for migration and the tension between human desires and wild animal instincts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narration primarily describe in relation to bird migration?

<p>The narration primarily describes the migration of various bird species due to changing environmental cues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What natural event forces Drum to fly and seek shelter in the marshland?

<p>A tidal wave six feet high roared across the marsh, caused by seawater lifted up into the center of the hurricane by the low pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Drum navigate through the storm and find shelter in the marshland?

<p>Drum beats his wet wings and is carried low over the marshland, eventually crashing into a hill of groundsel bushes and wedging his way into their dense center, then climbing away from the rising water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What environmental phenomenon occurs just before dawn, and how does it affect Drum?

<p>A tidal wave six feet high roars across the marsh, hitting the base of Drum’s tree and forcing him to fly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Drum's experience as the eye of the hurricane passes through Plymouth.

<p>Drum sits still and waits, experiencing an all-encompassing silence as the eye of the storm passes through Plymouth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who expresses interest in managing the Strawberry farm and convinces Frightful to stay with him on his wilderness farm?

<p>Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Alice eagerly anticipate the possibility of on their farm?

<p>Frightful staying and raising eyases</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful indicate her potential interest in staying with Sam and Alice?

<p>the hacking porch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sense surrounding Frightful's potential nesting and future on Sam's wilderness farm?

<p>excitement and hope</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the peregrine falcon in the text?

<p>Frightful</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful encounter and engage in courtship behavior with?

<p>The male peregrine falcon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful find shelter during unfavorable winds?

<p>In the forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful struggle to find on the Galapagos Islands?

<p>Food</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unique wildlife does Frightful observe on the Galapagos Islands?

<p>Sea lions, iguanas, and other unique wildlife</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the native species on the Galapagos Islands lack due to the absence of natural predators?

<p>Fear of predators</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who defends their territories on the Galapagos Islands?

<p>Blue-footed boobies and Galapagos penguins</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Frightful seek shelter from on the Galapagos Islands?

<p>Impending rain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Frightful observe about the behavior of the native birds and the territorial Galapagos mockingbirds?

<p>Their behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Frightful navigate during her journey to the Galapagos Islands?

<p>With the help of a bird club</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who continued their migration south with Frightful after weathering a hurricane?

<p>Drum, a duck</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Frightful and Drum encounter along their migration south?

<p>Different bird species</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggers Frightful's migratory instincts?

<p>The urge to migrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful seek shelter during a storm?

<p>In a cave on an island</p> Signup and view all the answers

What guides Frightful towards El Salvador?

<p>Her internal compass</p> Signup and view all the answers

What island does Frightful reach after traveling with a flock of ducks?

<p>Darwin Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text highlight about Frightful's reliance?

<p>Her reliance on internal homing instincts and the challenges of her long migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative vividly depict?

<p>Frightful's interaction with diverse wildlife and the natural environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's journey showcase?

<p>The incredible navigational abilities and resilience of migratory birds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text provide a detailed account of?

<p>Frightful's migration route, illustrating her determination and adaptability</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the original wildlife on the island unafraid of?

<p>Humans due to their isolation from people for a million years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do to conserve energy during her journey?

<p>She glides and soars</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful encounter during her journey back home?

<p>Galapagos hawks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful do before continuing her journey from Darwin Island?

<p>Putting on fat before continuing her journey</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method does Frightful use to navigate during her journey home?

<p>She navigates using the sun's rays and magnetic pull of the earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful meet and travel with during her journey?

<p>She meets Drum, another bird, and they travel together</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which locations does Frightful stop at during her journey?

<p>She stops in various locations including Cocos Island, the Isthmus of Panama, and Barro Colorado Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frightful eventually arrive home?

<p>Frightful arrives home in the snowy mountain, recognizing her nest box and familiar objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Drum urge Frightful to do upon arriving home, and what is her decision?

<p>Drum urges Frightful to follow him, but she chooses to stay with Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful reunite with at home, and what does she miss upon her return?

<p>Frightful reunites with Sam and Mole, but misses Sam's call as she is out of earshot</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful indulge in upon her return home?

<p>She indulges in hunting and feeding on pigeons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who spots Frightful checking potential nest sites, and how is her return announced to the community?

<p>Frightful is spotted by Molly, who excitedly announces her return to the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who confirms Frightful's presence upon her return, and how does the community react?

<p>Her presence is confirmed by Leon Longbridge, and the community is thrilled by Frightful's return to Delhi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frightful's journey home highlight about her resilience and instincts?

<p>It showcases Frightful's resilience and instincts as she recognizes familiar landmarks and navigates home</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frightful navigate during her journey north, and what does she recognize upon arriving home?

<p>She navigates using the sun's rays and magnetic pull of the earth, and she recognizes her nest box and familiar objects upon arriving home</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frightful choose to stay with upon her return home, and what does she indulge in?

<p>She chooses to stay with Sam and indulges in hunting and feeding on pigeons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Frightful the Peregrine Falcon and Chup, the male peregrine, encounter each other

  • Frightful and Chup are both peregrine falcons with similar physical features like large black-brown eyes and ebony black beaks with saffron-yellow nares.
  • Frightful arrives at a cliff above the Schoharie River, which reminds her of her first home and parents.
  • Chup shows deference to Frightful as a female peregrine and they engage in feather talk to bond.
  • Chup feeds the young peregrine falcons, eyases, who are part of his aerie community.
  • Frightful, used to Sam's mountain habitat, is not fully aware of her new peregrine habitat.
  • Chup's first mate, the mother of the eyases, has disappeared, and Chup is left to care for the chicks.
  • Chup tries to court Frightful to become the new mother for the eyases and eventually succeeds.
  • Frightful, raised by Sam, is inexperienced in caring for peregrine eyases and observes them curiously.
  • Frightful gradually learns to understand the eyases' needs and their communication through their movements and sounds.
  • Chup leaves Frightful to care for the eyases and hunt for food, while the eyases grow and become able to keep themselves warm.
  • Frightful gradually adapts to her new role, feeding herself and gaining strength, while Chup continues to hunt and search for a mate.

Peregrine Falcon Migration

  • Duchess experiences her first flight, chased birds, and returned to her aerie for food
  • Lady, a young falcon, struggles to survive, is helped by Chup, and eventually becomes strong and fat
  • Drum, another young peregrine, grows fat on terns and willets before migrating south
  • Duchess, sensing a cold front, migrates south, accompanied by cedar waxwings and juncos
  • Frightful, the only falcon that did not migrate, struggles with the decision to migrate due to environmental signals
  • Frightful eventually feels the urge to migrate, but returns due to hunger and the desire to find Mole
  • Frightful finally starts her migration south after a light snowfall, covering ten miles before turning back due to hunger
  • Frightful decides to find Mole's farm, where she was held captive
  • The window for fall migration is limited, and Frightful risks disaster if she does not migrate in time
  • Frightful's bird sense urges her to migrate south or face the risk of not finding enough food in the frigid northern winter
  • The text depicts the challenges and instincts of peregrine falcons during their migration
  • The story follows the survival and migration journey of several young peregrine falcons.

Frightful's Return and Behavior

  • Frightful, a peregrine falcon, surveys areas including backyards, town buildings, and dumps for prey like rats.
  • She anticipates an upcoming abundance of young cottontails, planning to prey on them when they compete for food.
  • Frightful has adapted her hunting habits under the influence of training by Sam and Jon, now targeting pests of humankind instead of her native prey.
  • Frightful engages in a playful aerial interaction with Chup, another falcon, and follows him reluctantly to the Schoharie River before returning to her territory.
  • Frightful returns to her previous hunting ground, where she is recognized by Sam and Bando, who observe her behavior and speculate on her future mating prospects.
  • Frightful's return coincides with the onset of spring, when birds in the area begin to build nests.
  • Lady, another falcon, returns from winter migration to South America, where she has been exposed to DDT, an insecticide banned in the US but still in use in South America.
  • Lady's exposure to DDT has adverse effects on her health, with implications for her longevity and reproductive success.
  • Frightful observes Lady's return and eventual departure, potentially reflecting on her own future and the challenges she may face.
  • The text showcases Frightful's adaptation to a new hunting environment and her interactions with other falcons, providing insights into the behavior and challenges faced by these birds.
  • The narrative also highlights the environmental impact of DDT, particularly on the health and survival of peregrine falcons like Lady.
  • Overall, the text presents a rich portrayal of Frightful's experiences and behaviors, as well as the broader ecological context in which these events unfold.

Protest to Save Peregrine Falcons on Delhi Bridge

  • Kids gather to protest the repair of Delhi Bridge, waving handmade posters with messages to save peregrine falcons
  • Foreman Joe Cassini warns the kids to go home, as orders to repair the bridge come from Albany
  • The kids march to Main Street, drawing attention from parents and townspeople
  • Police chief calls for more officers as the protest grows, and news media arrives to interview kids and locals
  • Kids express their determination to save the peregrine falcons, gaining support from the community
  • The protest causes traffic disruption and draws attention from passing cars
  • Sam Gribley, watching from a sycamore tree, observes Frightful, the peregrine falcon, tending to her eggs
  • The cement pouring ends, and the noise level drops, as the peregrines' nesting period continues
  • Molly and her friends use a spotting scope to monitor the peregrines, anticipating the hatching of the chicks
  • Despite the ongoing bridge repair, it seems the peregrines of Delhi are likely to have chicks
  • Frightful hears the chicks cheeping inside their shells, unaware of the impending bridge painting
  • The text demonstrates the community's efforts to protect the peregrine falcons amidst the bridge repair controversy

The Story of Mole, Frightful, and Chup

  • Alice and Sam discuss a dog named Mole, who was found by Hanni and Hendrik near the Helderberg Escarpment and then taken home, but later escaped and was found again by Hanni at the John Burroughs lodge.

  • The dog, named General by Hanni and Hendrik, is also called Mole by the previous farm owners, and Alice wants to make him a special collar.

  • Sam and Alice discuss the dog being at the John Burroughs lodge, but Sam reveals that the Park Service doesn't own it and there are no rangers there.

  • Sam prepares food for Frightful, a peregrine falcon, and her eyas, Oksi, as her mate, 426, is missing.

  • Frightful's mate, 426, is found dead, and a new male falcon, Chup, takes his place.

  • Chup takes care of Oksi and becomes Frightful's new mate, while Sam prepares to leave and encounters a raccoon named Jessie Coon James.

  • Hanni and Hendrik found a dog named Mole near the Helderberg Escarpment and brought him home, but he escaped and was found again by Hanni at the John Burroughs lodge.

  • Sam reveals that the Park Service doesn't own the John Burroughs lodge, and there are no rangers there.

  • Frightful, a peregrine falcon, and her eyas, Oksi, are cared for by Sam as Frightful's mate, 426, is missing.

  • Frightful's mate, 426, is found dead, and a new male falcon, Chup, takes his place.

  • Chup becomes Frightful's new mate and takes care of Oksi.

  • Sam prepares to leave and encounters a raccoon named Jessie Coon James.

Frightful's Migration Decision

  • Frightful, a falcon, is healthy and beautiful, with dark, lustrous feathers and brilliant eyes.
  • Frightful, despite being expected to stay, decides to migrate south.
  • The narration describes the migration of various bird species due to changing environmental cues.
  • Oksi, a falcon, also feels the pull of migration and joins the North American bird migration.
  • Frightful's conflicted feelings about migrating are depicted through her actions and restlessness.
  • Despite Sam's desire for Frightful to be a wild peregrine falcon, she decides to migrate.
  • Sam and Alice discuss the reasons behind bird migration, primarily related to food supply.
  • Sam is deeply saddened by Frightful's decision to leave and chooses not to feed her to encourage migration.
  • Frightful eventually takes a bearing on the sun's rays and prepares to migrate southward.
  • Sam and Alice observe Frightful's southward concentration, indicating her decision to migrate.
  • The text depicts Frightful's emotional conflict and the natural instinct for migration in birds.
  • The story highlights the tension between human desires for companionship and the innate instincts of wild animals.

Frightful's Journey Home

  • Frightful, a migrating bird, rests and gathers strength for a long flight north
  • She navigates using the sun's rays and magnetic pull of the earth
  • Frightful stops in various locations including Cocos Island, the Isthmus of Panama, and Barro Colorado Island
  • She meets Drum, another bird, and they travel together
  • Frightful's journey progresses through Cuba, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and New Jersey
  • She recognizes familiar landmarks and navigates home to Sam
  • Frightful arrives home in the snowy mountain, recognizing her nest box and familiar objects
  • Drum urges Frightful to follow him, but she chooses to stay with Sam
  • Frightful reunites with Sam and Mole, but misses Sam's call as she is out of earshot
  • She indulges in hunting and feeding on pigeons
  • Frightful checks potential nest sites and is spotted by Molly, who excitedly announces her return
  • The community is thrilled by Frightful's return to Delhi, and her presence is confirmed by Leon Longbridge

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