The Enormous Egg by Oliver Butterworth Comprehension Questions

Freedom, New Hampshire

He runs a newspaper called the Freedom Sentinel

He waits for Mrs. Parsons to open her bedroom window

<p>Effingham, Center Ossipee, and other places</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The narrator, a young boy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A hen in the chicken coop laid an unusually large egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The egg was so big that it took up the whole nest</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Suggestions ranged from eating it to letting it hatch</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She feared it might hatch into something horrible</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They wouldn't bring any dragons into the house</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They decided to let the hen sit on the egg and see what would hatch from it</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>They were curious and apprehensive about what might hatch from the giant egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The story does not explicitly mention the outcome, but it is narrated by a young boy who is determined to see it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She complained about the rooster crowing in the morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Cynthia and Nathan</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A 'five-week egg'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Two or three times a day</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Loon Lake</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patience, perseverance, emotional journey, disappointment, hope, uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Giving it to a museum</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Give the egg one more week before giving up on it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>That they were staying in the shade due to the hot sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>His patience and dedication despite the long wait and initial disappointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The emotions and experiences of the characters involved, particularly Nathan and his evolving feelings towards the mammoth egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>Freedom Sentinel</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fifteen inches around and weighs three and a quarter pounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a large egg laid by a hen</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A reporter from a local newspaper</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>three and a quarter pounds and fifteen inches around</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The need to care for the egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>rare eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Taking measurements and asking unrelated questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Taking care of the egg, feeding the hen, and other farm chores</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the chicken yard</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>leathery, unlike a typical hen's egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Helps at the print shop and delivers papers on newspaper days</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The egg hatches</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>not revealed</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the protagonist's home</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sacrifice sleep and leisure activities for it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the large egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the mysterious nature of the large egg and Dr. Ziemer's interest in it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a lizardy-looking critter</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>about the size of a squirrel, without any hair, with three little knobs sticking out of its head and a sort of collar up over its neck, moving its thick tail slowly back and forth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mom dropped a saucepan, Pop came running down the stairs with lather over one side of his face and a razor in his hand, and Cynthia was right behind</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>surprised, started yelling, and ran across the yard</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>secure the nest</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>in the backyard</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the family, including the skeptical Mom and intrigued Cynthia</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>instructed to call Dr. Ziemer immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>removing it from the area</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>observing the dinosaur hatchling and processing the reality of having a dinosaur in their care</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>causing a commotion with the animals and excitement among the family members</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>amazed and trying to comprehend the presence of a dinosaur in their backyard</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a telegram about the live Triceratops</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Joe Champigny</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>its authenticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>grass, leaves, lily pads, lettuce, and pebbles</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>its authenticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>setting up a pen and feeding it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>its authenticity and Dr. Ziemer's intentions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>having the only pet dinosaur in the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Whether the dinosaur prefers grass or leaves for food</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Having the dinosaur in her kitchen</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Four and a quarter pounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The dinosaur's growth and weighing it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The potential danger of its sharp-looking mouth and the implications of handling a living dinosaur</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The curiosity and caution of the characters involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The need for caution and the implications of handling a living dinosaur</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A voracious appetite, consuming both grass and leaves</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The dinosaur's calm and amiable behavior during the handling</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Putting it in a pasture and keeping a record of its growth and weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Record its weight and behavior in a notebook</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Comparing it to a chicken's gizzard</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>attention from scientists worldwide</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer will inform the scientific community about the discovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Nate should keep the dinosaur, and Dr. Ziemer should inform the scientific community about the discovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>send a telegram</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>how to manage the attention and disruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>brace themselves for the shock and find a way to manage the attention without being completely overwhelmed</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>ancient life, particularly dinosaurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pop suggests the name 'Uncle Beazley' for the young dinosaur because he sees a certain resemblance between the dinosaur and Nate's great-uncle John Beazley, and believes it would be an honor to name the dinosaur after him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate decides to accept the name 'Uncle Beazley' for the young dinosaur because he gets used to it and finds that it sounds pretty good. He also considers it after his mother approves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The name 'Uncle Beazley' is significant as it honors Nate's great-uncle John Beazley and may go down in history as the name of the young dinosaur. It also symbolizes the growing attachment and affection Nate feels towards the dinosaur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The discussion about naming the young dinosaur reflects the family dynamics as it shows the influence of family history and traditions on the decision. It also portrays the respect and consideration the family members have for each other's opinions and memories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Being sent to the wrong house</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Skeptical and angered</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Dr. Kennedy's disappearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The story's events</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>In the long grass</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>That it's a joke</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Frustrated and annoyed</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The dinosaur, but the box is empty</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Threatens Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Kennedy offers to buy Uncle Beazley from the narrator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The narrator refuses to sell Uncle Beazley, considering it a friend.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scientists from the National Museum in Washington confirm Uncle Beazley as a Triceratops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The overwhelming attention prompts the family to ignore further phone calls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley's rapid growth requires more care and attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer and Dr. Kennedy discuss taking Uncle Beazley to Washington for a museum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley belongs to Nate Twitchell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Natural History Museum in New York and the press show interest in Uncle Beazley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The news of the dinosaur hatching from a hen's egg attracts media attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The family decides to ignore further phone calls until the morning due to the overwhelming attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley continues to grow rapidly, requiring more care and attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Kennedy argues that the dinosaur is valuable for science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dealing with constant stream of reporters and scientists, managing large crowds, and increased demand for ice cream and soft drinks at the local grocery store.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It leads to increased attention and visitors to their home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The frenzy and large crowds eventually subside, with only a few visitors at a time by the end of the week.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased newspaper sales and demand for ice cream and soft drinks at the local grocery store.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They visit to see and interact with the dinosaur, causing a commotion and exhaustion for the family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The constant stream of reporters and scientists who visit to study and report on the dinosaur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It leads to frustration for the family members, especially the mother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The initial frenzy and large crowds eventually subside, with only a few visitors at a time by the end of the week.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased attention and visitors to their home, as well as a surge in newspaper sales.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dealing with disruptions, arguments among the scientists, and frustration for the family members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The family struggles to manage the large crowds and media attention, leading to frustration and exhaustion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They contribute to increased attention, visitors, and demands for ice cream and soft drinks at the local grocery store.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley is a small dinosaur who goes missing from his pen and is found eating gladioli in Mrs. Parsons's garden. He is significant to the characters because his discovery causes excitement and concern, leading to measures being taken to ensure his safety and well-being at the museum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The plan is to keep Uncle Beazley in an air-conditioned, thermostatically controlled, constant-humidity glass compartment at the museum. Dr. Kennedy emphasizes the need to keep Uncle Beazley away from drafts, germs, insects, crowds, and sudden changes in temperature to safeguard him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley's doubled weight in 24 hours is significant as it prompts Dr. Ziemer to plan the release of this news to the press and the museum. They discuss spreading the news of the discovery and the importance of safeguarding Uncle Beazley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The events surrounding Uncle Beazley's discovery highlight the growing interest and concern of the characters, emphasizing the importance of protecting him. Dr. Kennedy and Dr. Ziemer discuss the measures taken to ensure Uncle Beazley's safety and well-being at the museum, demonstrating their dedication to safeguarding the small dinosaur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mrs. Parsons initially misunderstands that they were looking for a live dinosaur. She helps in the search and is involved in the commotion when Uncle Beazley is found eating gladioli in her garden.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Kennedy emphasizes the need to keep Uncle Beazley in a secure, controlled environment at the museum, away from drafts, germs, insects, crowds, and sudden changes in temperature to ensure his safety and well-being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text captures the excitement and anticipation surrounding the discovery of Uncle Beazley, with Dr. Kennedy and Dr. Ziemer discussing spreading the news of the discovery and the importance of safeguarding Uncle Beazley. They plan to share the news with the public and emphasize the measures taken to ensure Uncle Beazley's safety and well-being at the museum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They search for Uncle Beazley, a small dinosaur, who goes missing from his pen. The search unfolds with the involvement of Mrs. Parsons and the commotion caused when Uncle Beazley is found eating gladioli in her garden.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer plans to release the news of Uncle Beazley's doubled weight to the press and the museum, highlighting the significance of the discovery and the importance of safeguarding Uncle Beazley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The growing interest and concern surrounding Uncle Beazley's discovery highlight the characters' dedication to protecting him, emphasizing the measures taken to ensure his safety and well-being at the museum, including keeping him in a secure, controlled environment away from potential hazards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Kennedy is involved in the search and, upon finding Uncle Beazley, emphasizes the need to keep him in a secure, controlled environment at the museum, away from potential risks, to ensure his safety and well-being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The discovery of Uncle Beazley illustrates the characters' concern and the importance of taking measures to protect him, with specific actions discussed including keeping him in an air-conditioned, thermostatically controlled, constant-humidity glass compartment at the museum, away from potential threats to his well-being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The vice-president wanted to rent Uncle Beazley, the live dinosaur, for their advertising campaign. Nate was skeptical and couldn't see the connection between a dinosaur and whiskey, so he asked for an explanation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The vice-president believed that using a live dinosaur in their advertising campaign was important because it would attract attention. Nate was still skeptical and questioned the connection between a dinosaur and whiskey, stating that he wasn't too sure about the importance of a dinosaur in advertising.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The vice-president stated that the most important thing about whiskey was not the way it tastes. Nate, being unsure about that since he hadn't had any whiskey, responded with his belief that the taste was important.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The vice-president changed his manner and proposed to rent Uncle Beazley for their advertising campaign after learning that Nate was the owner of the live dinosaur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley reached 9 feet tall and 798 pounds by the end of August.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Concerns arose about Uncle Beazley's ability to survive the approaching winter due to being a reptile and struggling in cold weather.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer advised Nate to consider sending Uncle Beazley to a zoo or museum due to the increasing difficulty of caring for him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate struggled with the idea of giving up Uncle Beazley, showing emotional attachment to the dinosaur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pop suggested hiring Henry Smith to cut grass for Uncle Beazley every couple of days with his tractor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley outgrew his pen and had to be tethered with a leather collar and cow chain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer advised Nate to exercise Uncle Beazley daily by taking him for walks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Concerns arose about Uncle Beazley's ability to survive the approaching winter due to being a reptile and struggling in cold weather.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer suggested keeping Uncle Beazley indoors during winter, but Nate's mother would not allow it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The issue of feeding Uncle Beazley during winter was raised, as he didn't like hay and would require expensive food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>People in town watched as Uncle Beazley was weighed using old hay scales.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley's growth was documented, and his horns started to grow, making him look intimidating.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Keeping the dinosaur in a shed</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A secret</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>National Museum in Washington</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clean them for supper</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Being far from Uncle Beazley</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Go to Washington</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Waiting for his parents' decision regarding the opportunity to go to Washington</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A man</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His dinosaur</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Start fishing</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The man believes that the most important aspect of whiskey is its age, and he plans to use a dinosaur in advertising to make the whiskey seem older.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The man proposes to tour the country with the dinosaur to promote the whiskey brand, claiming it will make the brand the best-known in the business.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The man offers to pay $200 a month for the dinosaur's presence, stating it would live long enough to make a profit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The man drives away in a yellow car after handing the protagonist a card, suggesting they contact him if they change their mind about the dinosaur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The protagonist receives a letter from the McDermis Luggage Company expressing interest in the live dinosaur for making luggage and offering a good deal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The protagonist is reluctant to turn the dinosaur into a suitcase and continues to receive visitors with unusual ideas for the dinosaur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The dinosaur grows rapidly, reaching a length of over five feet and a weight of 144 lbs within a few days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The doctor is surprised by the dinosaur's unprecedented growth rate and speculates about the modern atmosphere's impact on its metabolism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The protagonist struggles to find enough food for the dinosaur and starts making two trips a day to gather grass for it. Joe Champigny helps the protagonist gather grass for the dinosaur using an old express wagon and a scythe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The protagonist's daily routine involves cutting and transporting grass for the dinosaur, reflecting the challenges of caring for it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer offers Nate a job at the museum for $25 a week.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate is allowed to miss school for four weeks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley is ten feet, six inches tall and weighs eleven hundred and forty pounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate's role during the trip is to ensure Uncle Beazley remains calm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate's father suggests that Joe Champigny can take care of Nate's chores while he's away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer outlines the educational opportunities including assistance from museum staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate's family and Dr. Ziemer prepare Uncle Beazley, the dinosaur, for the trip to Washington.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate realizes the opportunity will cut into his school time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate's school principal, Mr. Jenkins, is supportive of his trip.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate is thrilled by the chance to go to Washington for a month, get paid, and skip school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate's family sees him off as he leaves for Washington with Uncle Beazley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate plans to use his salary to pay Joe Champigny to take care of his chores while he's away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate had various educational experiences and opportunities in Washington, such as studying exhibits about glaciers, working on museum accounts, visiting places like the Archives Building and the Supreme Court, and exploring the Jefferson Memorial. These experiences allowed him to learn outside of a traditional school setting and provided practical, hands-on learning opportunities, making it more enjoyable than school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Jefferson Memorial is a big round building made of white marble, located beside the Tidal Basin. Inside, there's a statue of Thomas Jefferson, and one of his sayings is carved around the inside of the dome. Nate found it appealing because of its architectural beauty, the statue of Thomas Jefferson, and the philosophical message conveyed by Jefferson's saying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate learned a lot in the museum and found it more enjoyable than school. He studied exhibits about glaciers, worked on museum accounts, and used an adding machine to check his answers. These experiences allowed him to develop practical skills, gain knowledge about various subjects, and foster a love for learning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer played a significant role in guiding Nate's educational journey in Washington. He took Nate to places like the Archives Building and the Supreme Court, provided educational opportunities, and shared his knowledge and interests with Nate. Dr. Ziemer's mentorship expanded Nate's horizons and enriched his learning experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The potential danger and the violation of a District ordinance against stabling large animals in the area</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The government's economy drive possibly affecting the dinosaur's relocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Navigate the government challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The challenges Dr. Ziemer faces in finding a new home for Uncle Beazley due to police and government regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A big animal with horns</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Four toes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>keeping unusual animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a chicken egg in Freedom, New Hampshire</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>getting whims and influencing public opinion</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>making it unlawful to keep unusual animals in the National Zoo or National Parks</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the Senate gallery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>getting rid of buffalo on government ranges and banning cap pistols</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>hatching from a hen's egg and its authenticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>budget cuts and an empty elephant pen</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3,176-pound and 17-feet-long</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>to monitor daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Senator Granderson</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the conflict between scientific value and cost efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the necessity and its contribution to the welfare of the American people</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the importance for scientific study and as a unique specimen for Americans to observe</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Senator Granderson</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>at the Senate Office Building</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the necessity of maintaining it and the allocation of taxpayer funds</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>an inner pen with a water trough and feed rack and an outer pen with a view of the hippopotamuses and giraffes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>an empty elephant pen</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley's diet consisted of alfalfa and poultry mash, consuming around four bags of alfalfa and ten gallons of water daily.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley was led using a rope tied around his upper horn, as he was too strong for a leather collar and cow chain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A pickup truck blew its horn, causing Uncle Beazley to overturn the truck.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer acknowledged that the incident was expected, as dinosaurs like Uncle Beazley were not suited for modern traffic conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The incident highlighted the incompatibility of dinosaurs like Uncle Beazley with modern traffic and the potential consequences of such encounters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The narrator occasionally rode Uncle Beazley, using a piece of rope to steer him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By September 25th, Uncle Beazley measured sixteen feet and weighed 2,674 pounds, with long horns and a bone collar over his neck and shoulders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Despite the belief that dinosaurs had small brains, Uncle Beazley recognized and trusted the narrator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Triceratops, like Uncle Beazley, were described as quiet and stubborn, only reacting when provoked.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The doctor and the narrator discussed the nature of horn-blowing in modern traffic and the potential police involvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The narrator led Uncle Beazley back to safety at the museum after the incident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The narrative provides a vivid and detailed account of the unique bond between the narrator and Uncle Beazley, as well as the challenges and consequences of navigating a dinosaur in a modern city.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer proposes advocating for Uncle Beazley by asking people to write to their Congressmen, and suggests using a television program hosted by a man named Bonelli to spread the message.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer emphasizes the importance of votes in electing a Senator, highlighting the need for public support to secure a favorable outcome for Uncle Beazley's relocation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate expresses doubts about effectively reaching out to people to write to their Congressmen, and Dr. Ziemer reassures him that they can use a television program to convey their message.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer plans to have a man named Bonelli, who hosts a weekly television program, help spread the message about Uncle Beazley. Nate initially doubts the effectiveness of this approach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Telegrams in support of the Dinosaur Bill</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>$217</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>$1,800.43</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A fossil dinosaur egg in a wooden box</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Train station in Ashland, New Hampshire</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley's well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A fossil dinosaur egg in a wooden box</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>People only becoming passionate about saving the dinosaur when there was an attempt to remove it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Overwhelming amount of mail opposing the Dinosaur Bill</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Delegations from various organizations, such as Girl Scouts, Women Voters, and Boys' Clubs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Kennedy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nate feels nervous and worried because he has never been on TV before and is unsure about speaking on the show.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer encourages Nate to speak from his heart and tell the audience about his love for Uncle Beazley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The electric clock on the wall shows it's two minutes before eight, the program's start time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mr. Bonelli instructs Nate that his part will come about ten minutes into the program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer gives Nate a folded paper to keep in his pocket before heading into the studio.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The significance is that Nate is willing to overcome his nervousness and unfamiliarity to speak about the Dinosaur Bill and save Uncle Beazley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nathan Twitchell was asked to give a speech but found the paper in his pocket was blank. Despite feeling nervous and unprepared, he managed to deliver a heartfelt speech about his bond with Uncle Beazley and the importance of saving the dinosaur. He improvised his speech and drew attention to the significance of preserving Uncle Beazley as a unique part of American history.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The show's host, Mr. Bonelli, was frustrated that Nathan didn't read the prepared speech. Dr. Ziemer, who accompanied Nathan, thought he did well in improvising the speech and later revealed that he intentionally gave Nathan a blank paper to prompt him to create his own speech.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The incident highlighted the tension between scripted content and authentic, impromptu expression in a live broadcast setting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer's actions implied that the genuine speech was more effective in advocating for Uncle Beazley's preservation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nathan's improvised speech was a turning point in the effort to save Uncle Beazley, demonstrating the power of genuine, heartfelt communication in influencing public opinion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The story serves as a reminder of the importance of sincerity and authenticity in conveying a message, especially in advocating for a cause.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>cider and doughnuts</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley is almost twenty feet long, weighs thirteen thousand nine hundred pounds, and will continue growing for fifty years. His food expenses are covered through 1996, and even if there are no more contributions, the dinosaur's food bill is paid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>his experiences with Uncle Beazley</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>write it all down in a sort of a book</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dr. Ziemer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley is almost twenty feet long, weighs thirteen thousand nine hundred pounds, and will continue growing for fifty years. He may live for a hundred years after that.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Visitors have contributed $240,271.31 for Uncle Beazley's food, which is covered through 1996.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley will be an ornament to the National Zoological Park for a long time, and his food expenses are covered through 1996.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If all goes well, Uncle Beazley will be an ornament to the National Zoological Park for a long, long time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Visitors have contributed $240,271.31 for Uncle Beazley's food, which is covered through 1996.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncle Beazley will be an ornament to the National Zoological Park for a long time, and his food expenses are covered through 1996.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If all goes well, Uncle Beazley will be an ornament to the National Zoological Park for a long, long time.</p> Signup and view all the answers