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Questions and Answers
Which two words best describe Milo?
Which two words best describe Milo?
- Excited
- Happy
- Bored (correct)
- Unenthusiastic (correct)
What is unusual about Alec?
What is unusual about Alec?
He grows down, not up.
What does Tock value most?
What does Tock value most?
Time
Which two words best describe the Lethargarians?
Which two words best describe the Lethargarians?
Who must Milo, Tock, and the Humbug rescue?
Who must Milo, Tock, and the Humbug rescue?
What does Milo find in the mysterious package? (Select all that apply)
What does Milo find in the mysterious package? (Select all that apply)
Which of these is NOT a law of the Doldrums?
Which of these is NOT a law of the Doldrums?
Study Notes
Characters and Descriptions
- Milo is characterized as bored and unenthusiastic, often feeling indifferent toward the world around him.
- Alec is unique as he grows down instead of the typical upward growth associated with ages.
- Tock, the dog, holds time in high regard, emphasizing its importance throughout the story.
- The Lethargarians are a group depicted as mindless and constantly sleepy, lacking motivation.
Plot Elements
- Milo, Tock, and the Humbug embark on a mission to rescue Princesses Rhyme and Reason, critical figures for restoring balance and logic in their world.
Mysterious Package
- Milo discovers a tollbooth within a mysterious package, hinting at adventures to come.
- The package also contains three precautionary signs, assorted coins, one map, and a book detailing rules and traffic regulations, suggesting guidelines for his upcoming journey.
Laws of the Doldrums
- In the Doldrums, certain laws dictate behavior, including prohibitions against thinking, laughing, or going on vacation, which demonstrates the absurdity and stagnation of this realm.
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Description
This set of flashcards covers key concepts and characters from the first ten chapters of 'The Phantom Tollbooth'. Test your knowledge on Milo, Tock, and the Lethargarians, and explore the whimsical world created by Norton Juster. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the text.
