Summer Holidays Detective Agency Chapter 3

Questions and Answers

What does Ola express concern about?

The comic book's curse (correct)

The smell of the air

The temperature of the iced lollies

Not having fun with her friends

What suggestion does Mo make to lighten the mood?

To leave the shed immediately

To go get some ice cream (correct)

To read more of the comic book

To investigate the smell outside

How does Edward interpret the situation regarding Ola?

He believes nothing will happen to her

He feels she should leave the comic book behind

He wants to investigate the shed further

He thinks they are all in danger (correct)

What do the children decide to do after leaving the shed?

Buy iced lollies at the newsagents Signup and view all the answers

What did Mo imply when he said, 'See? Nothing bad has happened'?

That their fears were unfounded Signup and view all the answers

What did the children consume while feeling better about the curse?

Ice creams Signup and view all the answers

What did Kimmy suggest might help them feel fine regarding the curse?

Getting rid of the comic Signup and view all the answers

How did Mo react to the idea of a curse?

He found it amusing Signup and view all the answers

What did the children find out about their sitting place?

It was freshly painted Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of Ola when discovering the sign?

She was amused Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Case Of The Cursed Comic Book - Chapter 3 Highlights

Kimmy reacts to something unexpected, indicating surprise and concern about a comic book's potential curse.
Edward suggests the existence of a curse while Mo asserts that scientific reasoning should guide their investigation.
Ola expresses worry about the curse, while Mo insists there's no real threat, aiming to think logically.
Kimmy proposes a break from the mystery, suggesting ice cream as a distraction from their fears.
The group ventures to the village’s newsagents, exemplifying their close-knit friendship and local community.
Mo reassures Ola as they enjoy their treats, indicating a shift in mood as they question the validity of the curse.
Kimmy suggests the curse may only apply when the comic is present, sparking further discussion among the friends.
A comical situation arises when the friends discover they have sat on a freshly painted bench, leading to unexpected humor amidst their worries.

Vocabulary Focus

"Wrinkling her nose" indicates Ola's disgust or displeasure in response to an unpleasant smell.
Being "tempted" means having an urge or inclination to do something, especially something considered unwise or undesirable.
A "reasonable explanation" refers to a logical and sensible rationale for a situation or event.
Testing something "scientifically" means examining it through structured, methodical observations and experiments.
The word meaning "eaten" is "consumed."

VIPERS Questions

The children enjoyed their lollies while sitting on a bench in the village green.
There is a moment of doubt about the curse when odd happenings make them think it might have some truth.
The lollies were purchased from the local newsagents in the village.
The weather is described as sunny, contributing to a light-hearted mood during their outing.
Mo had a fruit-flavored lolly, adding to the scene of summer enjoyment.

Description

Dive into the thrilling world of the Summer Holidays Detective Agency with Chapter 3: The Case Of The Cursed Comic Book. Join Kimmy, Edward, and Mo as they unravel the mysteries behind the comic book that seems too real to handle. Can they solve the case before it’s too late?