Inquisitive Meaning Quiz and Flashcards for Hoot Chapters 16-18

Questions and Answers

In chapter 16, who interrupted Sunday lunch, asking for Roy?

Garrett

What news does Garrett break to Roy that Roy already knew of?

Dana trespassed the construction site

What news does Garrett break to Roy that Roy was unaware of?

Dana had a record - shoplifting, breaking into soda machines

What news does Garrett break to Roy that Roy was unaware of?

Dana is getting locked up in Juvenal hall Signup and view all the answers

What two emotions did Roy feel when he found out that Dana was being locked up?

Roy felt both sorry but not as much as he felt happy. He felt sorry that he was the reason that Dana was getting locked up, but he knew that Dana was such a bully. Signup and view all the answers

What did Curly leave behind on the construction site the night of the scuffling with Dana?

His .38 revolver Signup and view all the answers

Why was Curly more worried about misplacing his revolver?

It was loaded Signup and view all the answers

What did Curly come across on the ground that was smaller than his and 'Dana's'?

Footprints Signup and view all the answers

What was missing from the bulldozer, backhoe, and grader at the construction site?

The seats Signup and view all the answers

What is an accomplice?

An assistant in an illegal or unethical crime Signup and view all the answers

What does brawny mean?

Physical strength, muscular Signup and view all the answers

What did Curly find in the toilet?

His .38 revolver Signup and view all the answers

Where did Roy and his parents travel?

Through the Everglades Signup and view all the answers

What was Roy astounded by while traveling through the Everglades?

Roy was astounded by the immense flatness of the terrain, the lush horizons, and the exotic abundance of life. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Roy feel a stronger connection to Mullet Fingers?

He admired his determination - it was about everything -- all the birds and animals, all the wild places in danger. Signup and view all the answers

What does inquisitive mean?

Showing curiosity, questioning Signup and view all the answers

What does pilfered mean?

Make off with belongings of others, stealing Signup and view all the answers

What does lustrous mean?

Made smooth and bright, glossy Signup and view all the answers

What does defiantly mean?

In a bold, rebellious manner Signup and view all the answers

Where is Roy told to check if he wants to obtain permits?

The city hall Signup and view all the answers

Who is hiding under Roy's bed?

Beatrice Signup and view all the answers

Why is Beatrice hiding at Roy's house?

She ran away from home because her father and stepmother had gotten into a huge fight. Signup and view all the answers

Did Roy let Beatrice stay the night?

True Signup and view all the answers

They (boldly) rejected any talk of a compromise.

defiantly Signup and view all the answers

His (muscular) arms glistened with sweat.

brawny Signup and view all the answers

Its color is warm and (glossy).

lustrous Signup and view all the answers

Children are naturally (curious).

inquisitive Signup and view all the answers

The butler was an (assistant) in the robbery.

accomplice Signup and view all the answers

She regularly (stole) stamps and stationery from work.

pilfered Signup and view all the answers

Why does Officer Delinko believe that Dana Matherson is not the vandal?

He placed a rubber alligator on Dana's lap, and Dana freaked out. Signup and view all the answers

What did Roy learn at lunch from the soccer girls about Beatrice?

She was at the dentist. She had broken her tooth falling down the stairs. Signup and view all the answers

What was the real reason as to why Beatrice wasn't in school?

She had bit her stepmother's toe off in order to get the ring off. Signup and view all the answers

Why had Mullet Fingers asked Roy to bring a wrench with him to the construction site?

There was a padlock locking the place up that they needed to break open. Signup and view all the answers

Roy told Curly that he was there to feed the owls. However, what did Curly say they actually were?

Chickens. Signup and view all the answers

After arresting Dana, what did the captain tell his superiors about the vandalism case?

The vandalism case at the Mother Paula's construction site was closed. Signup and view all the answers

What did Roy buy for the owls to eat?

Crickets. Signup and view all the answers

When Officer Delinko patrolled the construction site, what did he see?

A baby owl. Signup and view all the answers

After arresting Dana and speaking to his chief, was Officer Delinko still on desk duty?

False Signup and view all the answers

How did Roy learn about the groundbreaking ceremony?

Through a newspaper article from the paper his father was reading. Signup and view all the answers

What were Beatrice's parents fighting over?

Mullet Fingers. Leon Leep wanted him home, but his mother said no. Signup and view all the answers

What did Miss Hennepin still have?

One long hair on her upper lip Signup and view all the answers

Why did Beatrice bite the topaz ring off of Lonna Leep's toe?

She felt she needed to take it from Lonna after the arguing. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the Mother Paula's construction site permits missing from the city hall?

The special permit probably wasn't obtained to disturb the protected owls. Signup and view all the answers

What did Roy do to help the owls?

He gave a speech in history class. Signup and view all the answers

What was Chuck Muckle's answer to the burrowing owls?

He told Curly to say the nests were abandoned. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Roy tell his peers and Mr. Ryan about the bulldozing at the construction site?

He hopes everyone will attend the Gala Groundbreaking Ceremony to save the owls. Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 18, what did Roy borrow from his mom?

Camera. Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 18, to where did Roy take the bus?

Beatrice Leep's street. Signup and view all the answers

Who wants 'the boy' to come back home?

Beatrice's dad - Leon Leep. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Beatrice's team win the soccer game?

Beatrice scored the winning goal - a penalty kick. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 16-18 Key Events and Characters

Garrett interrupted Roy during Sunday lunch to deliver crucial news.
Dana trespassed on the construction site, a fact Roy had already known.
Roy learned that Dana had a criminal record, including shoplifting and breaking into soda machines.
Dana is facing detention in Juvenile Hall, which surprised Roy.
Roy's emotions were mixed when he learned of Dana's situation; he felt guilty yet relieved as Dana had been a bully.
Curly left behind a loaded .38 revolver at the construction site after a confrontation with Dana.
Curly was worried about losing his revolver because of its loaded status.
Footprints were discovered on the ground, smaller than those belonging to Curly and Dana.
The construction vehicles were missing their seats.

Vocabulary and Definitions

Accomplice: A person who assists in committing a crime.
Brawny: Describes someone with physical strength or muscular build.
Inquisitive: Demonstrates curiosity and a desire to question.
Pilfered: Stole items or belongings.
Lustrous: Having a smooth and shiny surface.
Defiantly: Acting in a bold and rebellious manner.

Significant Plot Developments

Roy and his family traveled through the Everglades, marveling at the unique terrain and wildlife.
A deeper bond formed between Roy and Mullet Fingers due to shared ideals about protecting nature.
Beatrice sought refuge at Roy's home after a fight in her family, illustrating the turmoil in her household.
Roy educated himself about obtaining permits related to the construction site at city hall.
Curly dismissed the importance of owls, claiming nests were abandoned and downplaying their presence.
Roy organized a plan to raise awareness about the construction's threat to the owls, encouraging his classmates to attend a groundbreaking ceremony.

Character Interactions and Relationships

Beatrice's absence from school was known to be due to dental issues, but it was ultimately revealed she had a more serious altercation with her stepmother.
Roy learned about Beatrice's family's discord involving Mullet Fingers and the differing opinions of her parents regarding his return home.
After the violent encounter with Dana, Officer Delinko was convinced Dana was not involved in the vandalism, based on circumstantial evidence.

Actions Taken for the Owls

Roy made a speech in class to advocate for the owls' protection.
He took pictures with his mom's camera to document their cause and raise awareness.
The importance of the owls was highlighted through various student discussions, emphasizing their endangered status amidst development projects.

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This quiz focuses on key events and characters from chapters 16 to 18 of the book 'Hoot'. Test your knowledge on the interruptions during lunchtime and critical updates shared by Garrett regarding Roy's friends. Prepare to recall important plot details and character actions as you navigate through this fun quiz!

Hoot Chapters 16-18 Study Guide

Questions and Answers

In chapter 16, who interrupted Sunday lunch, asking for Roy?

What news does Garrett break to Roy that Roy already knew of?

What news does Garrett break to Roy that Roy was unaware of?

What news does Garrett break to Roy that Roy was unaware of?

What two emotions did Roy feel when he found out that Dana was being locked up?

What did Curly leave behind on the construction site the night of the scuffling with Dana?

Why was Curly more worried about misplacing his revolver?

What did Curly come across on the ground that was smaller than his and 'Dana's'?

What was missing from the bulldozer, backhoe, and grader at the construction site?

What is an accomplice?

What does brawny mean?

What did Curly find in the toilet?

Where did Roy and his parents travel?

What was Roy astounded by while traveling through the Everglades?

Why did Roy feel a stronger connection to Mullet Fingers?

What does inquisitive mean?

What does pilfered mean?

What does lustrous mean?

What does defiantly mean?

Where is Roy told to check if he wants to obtain permits?

Who is hiding under Roy's bed?

Why is Beatrice hiding at Roy's house?

Did Roy let Beatrice stay the night?

They (boldly) rejected any talk of a compromise.

His (muscular) arms glistened with sweat.

Its color is warm and (glossy).

Children are naturally (curious).

The butler was an (assistant) in the robbery.

She regularly (stole) stamps and stationery from work.

Why does Officer Delinko believe that Dana Matherson is not the vandal?

What did Roy learn at lunch from the soccer girls about Beatrice?

What was the real reason as to why Beatrice wasn't in school?

Why had Mullet Fingers asked Roy to bring a wrench with him to the construction site?

Roy told Curly that he was there to feed the owls. However, what did Curly say they actually were?

After arresting Dana, what did the captain tell his superiors about the vandalism case?

What did Roy buy for the owls to eat?

When Officer Delinko patrolled the construction site, what did he see?

After arresting Dana and speaking to his chief, was Officer Delinko still on desk duty?

How did Roy learn about the groundbreaking ceremony?

What were Beatrice's parents fighting over?

What did Miss Hennepin still have?

Why did Beatrice bite the topaz ring off of Lonna Leep's toe?

Why were the Mother Paula's construction site permits missing from the city hall?

What did Roy do to help the owls?

What was Chuck Muckle's answer to the burrowing owls?

Why does Roy tell his peers and Mr. Ryan about the bulldozing at the construction site?

In chapter 18, what did Roy borrow from his mom?

In chapter 18, to where did Roy take the bus?

Who wants 'the boy' to come back home?

Why did Beatrice's team win the soccer game?

Study Notes

Chapter 16-18 Key Events and Characters

Vocabulary and Definitions

Significant Plot Developments

Character Interactions and Relationships

Actions Taken for the Owls

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