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Why did Despereaux's siblings step back from him?
Why did Despereaux's siblings step back from him?
What was shining onto the ceiling in an oval of brilliance?
What was shining onto the ceiling in an oval of brilliance?
Who declared that Despereaux is the last mouse baby they will have?
Who declared that Despereaux is the last mouse baby they will have?
Why did Antoinette decide not to have more mouse babies?
Why did Antoinette decide not to have more mouse babies?
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What did Despereaux do when he saw the sun reflecting off his mother's mirror?
What did Despereaux do when he saw the sun reflecting off his mother's mirror?
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Why did Despereaux's siblings step back from him?
Why did Despereaux's siblings step back from him?
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What did Antoinette declare about having more mouse babies?
What did Antoinette declare about having more mouse babies?
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Why did Despereaux's eyes should not have been open?
Why did Despereaux's eyes should not have been open?
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What was Despereaux smiling at when his eyes were open?
What was Despereaux smiling at when his eyes were open?
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How did Despereaux's siblings react to his appearance?
How did Despereaux's siblings react to his appearance?
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Study Notes
Despereaux's Family
- Despereaux is a mouse who is born with unusually large ears and open eyes, which is unusual for mice.
- Despereaux's siblings, including Merlot and Furlough, are surprised and unimpressed by his appearance.
- Despereaux's mother, Antoinette, is tired of having mice babies and believes they are a disappointment and a strain on her beauty.
Despereaux's Unique Features
- Despereaux's eyes are open, which is abnormal for mice, and he is staring at the sun reflecting off his mother's mirror.
- The light from the mirror is shining onto the ceiling in an oval of brilliance, and Despereaux is smiling up at the sight.
Family Reaction
- Despereaux's father seems to be worried about his son's unusual features, saying "There's something wrong with him."
- Despereaux's brothers and sisters step back, away from the new mouse, showing their disapproval.
- Antoinette declares that Despereaux will be her last mouse baby, and she will not have any more.
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Description
Test your knowledge of 'The Tale of Despereaux' with this quiz based on the opening lines of the book. Explore the story of a mouse with unusually large ears and his adventures in a captivating world.
