Saving Winslow by Sharon Creech Comprehension Questions

Louie's father brought the laundry basket into the house and it contained a newly born mini donkey.

Uncle Pete lived on the outskirts of town and activities associated with him usually involved Louie's father wasting time or money, or doing something dangerous like chopping down trees or racing tractors through mud fields, or disposing of dead animals.

Louie's father had already brought home and buried two piglets that had not survived their birth before bringing home the mini donkey.

<p>When Louie first saw the mini donkey, he felt a sudden rush, as if the roof had peeled off the house and the sun had dived into every corner of the kitchen, and he knelt beside the basket, patting the donkey gently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mack's father</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>similar physical appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>sledding down a hill</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Louie's mother</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>feeding, coaxing to drink, and holding to sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>his premature birth and helpless early days</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>he would have to return to school</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>sports involving balls</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>Louie's mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leaves food for the man</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow makes a new sound, 'beh-heh'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Winslow makes a noise and leans against Nora</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Pete</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's mother refers to Uncle Pete as 'trouble'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Care and concern for Winslow</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow's condition and his sleeping patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The relationship dynamics between Louie, Winslow, Nora, and Uncle Pete</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The care and concern shown by the characters towards the donkey</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Mack and his father from the feedstore</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>old, drafty house during winter</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>nurturing and saving the donkey</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>heartwarming and challenging</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>his brother, Gus, being in the army</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>skeptical and warning Louie not to get attached</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the blanket in which the pitiful donkey is wrapped when brought home by Louie's father on a snowy Saturday morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gus, signs his letters with 'Remember me, Gus'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Claudine finds Winslow cute and Nora finds him repulsive</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He hopes that Winslow will make it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A moment when he wished to freeze a beautiful scene with sunflowers and an indigo bunting</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Indigo bunting</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He offers to let Nora hold Winslow, but she questions the point due to the donkey's potential demise</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His feeling of connection with the indigo bunting</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He struggles with knowing where to move when a ball is coming at him</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He worries about finding something he's good at and passionate about</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He feels it deeply</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A moment when he felt pitiful and scrawny, but made it, relating to Winslow's struggle to survive</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The idyllic scene of an indigo bunting on a sunflower beneath a blue sky and the sight of a disheveled man on a park bench.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A small brown bag containing two rolls and a candy bar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's mind is occupied by both the idyllic scene of the indigo bunting and the thin man on the park bench.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The phrase serves as a question, possibly reflecting on the identity or nature of 'Winslow' and hinting at the reader's curiosity about the character or concept.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The painting above Louie's bed depicts a boy tugging on a rope tied to a calf, symbolizing a gentle tug-of-war between the boy and the calf, each equally determined. This painting had also hung in the hospital waiting room outside the infant intensive care unit where Louie's parents had spent many hours after he was born. The struggle of the boy and the calf had spoken to them and calmed them, making it a significant and comforting symbol for Louie's parents and his childhood experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The painting of the boy and the calf evokes emotions of determination, struggle, and calmness in Louie and his parents. It symbolizes a gentle tug-of-war between the boy and the calf, each equally determined, which speaks to the parents and calms them. It carries a significant emotional weight, providing comfort and reassurance in challenging times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The painting of the boy and the calf reflects the themes of determination and resilience by portraying a gentle tug-of-war between the boy and the calf, symbolizing their equal determination. This resilience and determination depicted in the painting parallel the challenges and struggles faced by Louie, his family, and the donkey Winslow, emphasizing the overarching themes of perseverance and resilience throughout the story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mack's father suggests that Winslow might have an infection and advises Louie to get a vet to check on Winslow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A retired veterinarian examines Winslow, administers two shots, and leaves a prescription for additional medicines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Pete is described as a large man with mammoth hands and feet, and he is known for his forceful greetings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's mother refers to Uncle Pete as trouble, and Uncle Pete asks about Winslow's condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora is initially skeptical of Winslow's health, but she observes Winslow's behavior, leans against him, and pats his head, showing concern and care for the donkey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie finds Winslow unresponsive one morning and despite his efforts, Winslow shows signs of illness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie seeks help from Mack's father, who suggests an infection and advises getting a vet to check on Winslow. Despite doubts, Louie hopes for Winslow's recovery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora is initially skeptical of Winslow's health, but she observes Winslow's behavior, leans against him, and pats his head, comforting the donkey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's mother refers to Uncle Pete as trouble, and Uncle Pete asks about Winslow's condition, showing concern for the donkey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie seeks help from Mack's father, who suggests an infection and advises getting a vet to check on Winslow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Pete arrives and shows concern for Winslow's well-being. Louie's mother refers to Uncle Pete as trouble.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie finds a postcard from his friend Gus and cherishes the connection it represents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie encounters a lovesick friend, Mack, who is pining for a girl named Claudine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie reflects on his experience with excessive attention from a classmate named Cookie and offers advice to Mack based on his past experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora suggests walking a donkey on a sled, leading to an unconventional adventure with Winslow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie and Nora discuss the fate of Nora's previous dog, and Louie struggles to understand Nora's communication style.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's interactions with Nora and Winslow provide him with a sense of joy and amusement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>a childhood memory of seeing a bright silver light</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the emotional impact of the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's father</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's emotional journey and his growing determination to care for Winslow during his illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>acknowledges Winslow's illness but shows skepticism about his chances of survival</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a childhood memory of seeing a bright silver light</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>his father</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>his fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>his illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>insists that Louie continues to care for Winslow, despite his initial reluctance to administer the shots</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie struggles to give Winslow his medicine, feeling helpless and imagining his own experiences as a newborn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow's slow response to the medicine leads Louie to question whether he is helping or hurting him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie feels emotionally connected to Winslow, believing that saving him will also protect his friend Gus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's friends Mack and Claudine visit and express surprise at Winslow's progress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie takes on the responsibility of caring for Winslow while his parents work, constantly worrying about him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie searches for books about donkeys in the school library but finds none.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow's enthusiastic greeting upon Louie's return home brings him relief and happiness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie interacts with Nora, who shows little interest in Winslow's well-being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora suggests that Louie should get a leash for Winslow and walk him like a dog.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie and Nora's interactions hint at a potential shift in their relationship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's friends Mack and Claudine visit and express surprise at Winslow's progress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie takes on the responsibility of caring for Winslow while his parents work, constantly worrying about him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A puffy brown jacket</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His brother, Gus</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Being afraid of a jacket</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Don't tell Mom or Dad</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The chickens fluttered and squawked and were not happy to see the new donkey near their shed. Nora knelt near them and the chickens put on a showy display for her, strutting and clucking in quick bursts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie had the odd feeling that something was missing but didn't know what it might be. He glanced around, trying to identify the missing piece.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Pete mentions that often donkeys and dogs don't get along, but the old dog doesn't realize he is a dog and doesn't seem to know it either, so they get along fine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow's ears swivel and he brays loudly. Uncle Pete tells Winslow to calm down and refers to the dog as his lazy old scaredy-cat watchdog who is slow to realize that visitors have approached.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Removal within seven days</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A health hazard</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The emotional and practical challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Attachment, loss, and the struggle to hold onto something meaningful in the face of adversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A young boy and his family</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>More complaints from neighbors</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increasingly problematic</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The complexities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The loss of his brother Gus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Complaints and distress due to the order for Winslow's removal within seven days</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow braying fiercely at a dog chained to a tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His experience with Winslow</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She is visibly animated and engaged</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His experience with newborn lambs and Winslow's survival</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An unexpected and heartwarming experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps them bond over their shared experiences with animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An empty lot and a dirt road</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A ewe and her twin lambs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It reminds Nora of Winslow's initial condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Newborn animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Interacts with a newborn calf through a fence</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Pete arrives in a blue truck and interacts with Winslow, causing agitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie questions Nora about finding Winslow's leash and her early morning visits to the pen. Nora admits to leaving the gate unlatched and taking Winslow for walks without informing Louie</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Pete and Louie's father discuss something concerning Winslow's future</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's father breaks the news that Winslow needs to be sent away due to town regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora had suspected bad news, while Louie is saddened by the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mack and Claudine's relationship is mentioned, and Winslow reacts with braying. Mrs. Tooley complains about Winslow's noise</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A ray of sunlight on Winslow's head is seen as a positive sign by Nora. Louie's father calls for a family discussion after Mrs. Tooley's complaint</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora hopes for Winslow despite doubts, while Louie clings to Winslow, resisting the decision to send him away</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mack and Claudine's relationship is mentioned, and Winslow reacts with braying. Louie's mother expresses concern</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's parents express concern, and Louie clings to Winslow, resisting the decision to send him away. Louie's rare moment of clarity and peace is when a ray of sunlight on Winslow's head is seen as a positive sign by Nora</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora admits to leaving the gate unlatched and taking Winslow for walks without informing Louie. Louie clings to Winslow, resisting the decision to send him away</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A ray of sunlight on Winslow's head is seen as a positive sign by Nora. Mack and Claudine's relationship is mentioned</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie thinks Nora looks like a tomato in her bright red sweater and topknot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie realizes that Nora gave him the leash, but he doesn't know when or how.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow has a white muzzle and pale gray coat, giving him a unique appearance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora playfully teases Louie and explains that she found Winslow's leash on a hook in his pen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie and his family worry about Gus and wear his clothes, missing him and worrying about him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie worries about leaving the gate unlatched and Winslow's leash attached, feeling embarrassed by his mistake.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora visits Louie's house and interacts with Winslow, enjoying his playful behavior together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie struggles to understand quiet people like Nora and their thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie offers advice to Mack based on his past experiences with caring for Winslow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie recalls the moment when he found Winslow unresponsive one morning, prompting him to question its unusual nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie and Nora's interactions hint at their growing connection and understanding of each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Pete shows concern and support for Winslow's well-being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sounds of moos, oinks, baas, and cackles; Winslow prances and leaps.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A ewe and her twin lambs, which she finds scrawny and tiny; Nora says it looks like Winslow when they first got him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow presses his nose against the wire pen and makes a soft, pleading sound; Signifying his concern and connection with the newborn animals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nora expresses doubt and reluctance, saying 'I don’t know if I can do this.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie and Nora walked down the road with Winslow and through the town and all the way out to Uncle Pete’s farm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie’s mother showed him a postcard from Gus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie felt that everything was as it should be.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie saw a slideshow in his mind: scenes moving by, some slowly, some quickly, some merging with others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie was awakened by silvery light pouring in through his bedroom window.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie wondered if Winslow was awake in his new home at the farm and if the light would be shining on the sign that Louie had added to Winslow’s pen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow interacts with various animals on the farm</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow's braying served as a warning of the fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie discovers a fire in the garage loft</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie finds Winslow agitated, kicking against the fence</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow smells of smoke</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The storm and fire create tension and a sense of urgency</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The incident strengthens the bond between Winslow and Louie</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mrs. Tooley complains about Winslow's braying</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mack expresses his sadness over missing Gus, and Winslow responds mournfully</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie realizes that something is missing and remembers Winslow's mother, the LGD (Little Gray Donkey)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie and Nora observe newborn animals on the farm</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's family and Winslow are safe, but a fire has occurred</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow is Louie's donkey who plays a key role in saving the Tooleys from a fire and later shows potential as a livestock guardian.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's empathy and understanding of animal behavior, as well as his ability to see the potential in Winslow, are highlighted in the story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The story suggests that Winslow has the potential to thrive as a livestock guardian and find a new purpose in a different environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The narrative explores themes of empathy, understanding, potential for growth, and new opportunities, symbolized by Winslow's role as a protector.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winslow's protective instinct alerts the Tooleys' family to a fire, ultimately saving them from harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie recognizes Winslow's potential as a livestock guardian and suggests that he can help Uncle Pete with his livestock.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie and Nora contemplate Winslow's role as a protector and his potential to thrive in a new environment, highlighting the bond between them and Winslow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The story highlights the positive impact of Winslow's actions in saving the Tooleys and his potential as a livestock guardian, offering a new purpose and future for the donkey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's understanding of animal behavior leads to the realization that Winslow's skills can be valuable in a new setting, demonstrating his empathy and insight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The fire triggers a response from fire trucks and a community gathering, with everyone relieved that the Tooleys escaped safely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie reflects on the challenges faced by various individuals, including the Tooleys, Nora, and Winslow, showing empathy and understanding, which demonstrates his compassionate nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Louie's mother offers the Tooleys a place to stay, demonstrating hospitality and care for the affected family.</p> Signup and view all the answers