Stuart Little Chapter 5 Quiz

Study Notes

Stuart Writes a Letter

Stuart writes a letter to Harriet Ames expressing his admiration for her.
He mentions his travels and his resemblance to a mouse.
Stuart wants to meet Harriet and proposes a canoe trip.
He emphasizes his love for the water and expresses his eagerness to meet her.

The Canoe

Stuart purchases a miniature birchbark canoe from the storekeeper.
The canoe is labeled "SUMMER MEMORIES" and costs seventy-five cents plus tax.
There are no paddles included, so the storekeeper gives Stuart two cardboard ice cream spoons.
Stuart expresses his dissatisfaction with the spoons, but he finds a way to use them as makeshift paddles.
Stuart's ability to handle the canoe makes him feel proud.

Stuart's Letter to Harriet

Stuart writes a letter to Harriet, expressing his admiration for her and proposing a meeting
He describes himself as a modest New Yorker, traveling on confidential business
Stuart highlights his similarity in height to Harriet (both only two inches tall)
He admits to resembling a mouse but emphasizes being muscular for his size
He suggests a canoe trip as a way to meet, emphasizing the tranquility of the evening
Stuart confidently claims to be an outdoors person, camped by the river with a canoe

Stuart's Canoe Purchase

Stuart inquires about a canoe from the storekeeper, who offers a small birchbark canoe
The canoe is labeled "SUMMER MEMORIES" and is priced at 75 cents plus a penny tax
Stuart voices concerns about potential leaks
The storekeeper reassures him that the canoe is sound

Stuart's Paddles

Stuart questions the availability of paddles, causing the storekeeper to improvise
The storekeeper provides two small cardboard spoons, intended for picnics
Stuart expresses disapproval of the spoons, feeling they would be embarrassing if encountered by Native Americans
He pragmatically accepts the spoons and secures them to the canoe with thread

Stuart's Resourcefulness

Stuart demonstrates his boating skills by confidently carrying the canoe over his head
His pride in his abilities is evident as he walks away with the canoe

Description

Test your understanding of Chapter 5 from 'Stuart Little'. This chapter explores Stuart's letter to Harriet, his love for canoeing, and his resourcefulness. Answer questions about Stuart's adventures and his character development in this delightful tale.