The Fairy-tale Detectives Comprehension Questions
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Why did Sabrina feel melancholy on the train?

Sabrina felt melancholy because it was raining, and rain always made her feel that way.

What did Daphne marvel at during the train trip?

Daphne marveled at each ugly little spot on the map they rolled through, taking a break from the view only to ask the occasional question about their destination.

Who is Ms. Minerva Smirt and how is she described?

Ms. Minerva Smirt is the girls' caseworker and is described as a pinch-lipped, humorless woman in her late fifties, who had her hooked nose buried in a book for the entire train ride.

Why did Sabrina promise herself to be strong and not let her sister see her cry?

<p>Sabrina promised herself to be strong and not let her sister see her cry because she had to be the strong one; after all, she was almost twelve years old, and she felt that her sister wouldn't have noticed her tears anyway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who warns Sabrina and Daphne to behave?

<p>Ms. Smirt</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who meets the girls at the train station?

<p>Mrs. Grimm and Mr. Canis</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mrs. Grimm greet the girls?

<p>enthusiastically, with a hug</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Canis appear when he meets the girls?

<p>frail and gaunt</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who leaves the girls in the care of Mrs. Grimm and Mr. Canis?

<p>Ms. Smirt</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of car do the girls get into with Mrs. Grimm and Mr. Canis?

<p>rusty and old</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the car emit?

<p>black smoke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm yell at the girls to do?

<p>put on their seat belts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition of the seat belts in the car?

<p>torn and in bad shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mrs. Grimm secure the girls with the torn seat belts?

<p>ties them to a filthy old rope</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the girls find the car ride?

<p>loud and uncomfortable</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the girls feel after the encounter with Mrs. Grimm and Mr. Canis?

<p>uneasy and anxious</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the main characters in the story?

<p>Sabrina and Daphne</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the caregiver who dislikes children and wants to place the girls in a foster home?

<p>Ms. Smirt</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the story set?

<p>Ferryport Landing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the last stop for the train in the story?

<p>Ferryport Landing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mystery surrounding the girls' parents?

<p>Their disappearance without a trace</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the supposed solution to the girls' living situation?

<p>Living with a woman claiming to be their grandmother</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sabrina and Daphne plan to do about their new living situation?

<p>They plan to leave before the supposed grandmother realizes they have arrived</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the girls' relationship with each other?

<p>They have a close bond and rely on each other for support</p> Signup and view all the answers

What had the girls' parents emphasized about their family?

<p>They were each other's only family</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of experiences have the girls had in attempting to be placed in a stable family environment?

<p>Unsuccessful attempts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls feel about the woman claiming to be their grandmother?

<p>Apprehensive and wary</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has applied for custody of the girls, despite their father's claim that she died before they were born?

<p>A woman claiming to be their grandmother</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is Mrs. Grimm's house situated?

<p>in a remote area, surrounded by farm country</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes Mrs. Grimm's house appear eerie?

<p>due to its proximity to a looming forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mrs. Grimm live in the house?

<p>to escape the noise of city life</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Canis unlock the front door of Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>using a vast key ring to unlock several locks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'lieblings' mean in German, as used by Mrs. Grimm?

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

What is the living room of Mrs. Grimm's house filled with?

<p>books on every surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the unusual titles of the books cluttering Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>unusual titles like '365 Ways to Cook Dragon'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina secretly assess about Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>its layout and security features</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the walls of Mrs. Grimm's house adorned with?

<p>old photographs of Mrs. Grimm and a bearded man, engaging in various adventures</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls learn about from the photographs in Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>learn about Mrs. Grimm's late husband and son</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm surprise the girls with after her absence?

<p>warm chocolate-chip cookies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who inquires about the photographs in Mrs. Grimm's house?

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

Who do Daphne and Sabrina meet at Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>They meet Mr. Canis and a giant dog named Elvis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mrs. Grimm introduce Elvis to the girls?

<p>She introduces Elvis as a member of their family and reassures the girls that he is harmless if he likes them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm offer to make for dinner?

<p>Mrs. Grimm offers to make spaghetti and meatballs for dinner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Sabrina suspicious of Mrs. Grimm?

<p>Sabrina is suspicious of Mrs. Grimm and is not convinced that they should stay at her house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm reveal about the girls' family origins?

<p>She reveals that their family is originally from Germany.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm clarify about her relationship with the girls?

<p>She clarifies that she is not Mrs. Grimm, but their grandmother (oma) from Germany.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Canis behave during the meeting?

<p>Mr. Canis remains silent and still, which unnerves Sabrina, but he starts eating when food is placed in front of him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm share about the girls' mother?

<p>She shares that their mother used to send her letters and expresses concern when the communication stopped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the girls from?

<p>The girls are from New York City.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Sabrina feel about her family's origins?

<p>Sabrina is defensive about her family's origins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the chapter end with?

<p>The chapter ends with the emotional tension between the girls and Mrs. Grimm, leaving the readers in suspense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who suggests going back to bed to retrieve the keys, and why do they need the keys?

<p>Daphne suggests going back to bed to retrieve the keys, and they need the keys to unlock a door or something else.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do the sisters find the keys, and how do they plan to retrieve them without waking Mrs. Grimm?

<p>The keys are found on a table on the far side of Mrs. Grimm's bed, and they plan to retrieve them quietly without waking her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Daphne do that distracts Sabrina from their plan to retrieve the keys, and why does Sabrina caution her not to do it?

<p>Daphne takes an interest in one of the masks on the wall, distracting Sabrina, and Sabrina cautions her not to do it because it could potentially disturb Mrs. Grimm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the author describe the atmosphere in Mrs. Grimm's room at night, and what specific items contribute to the eerie feeling?

<p>The atmosphere in Mrs. Grimm's room is described as scary and eerie at night. Tribal masks and swords mounted on the wall contribute to the eerie feeling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unusual clothes does Mrs. Grimm present to the girls, causing mixed reactions between the sisters?

<p>She presents them with old-fashioned, unusual clothing, causing mixed reactions between the sisters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm talk to in the house, bidding farewell to it?

<p>She talks to the house and bids farewell to it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Canis hint at before they set off on a car journey?

<p>He hints at a stubborn neighbor before they set off on a car journey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text reveal about the setting of the story?

<p>The text reveals the setting of the story as Ferryport Landing, described as the world's most boring town.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the journey include passing through, setting the scene for the upcoming events?

<p>The journey includes passing through ancient cedars, pines, and oaks, setting the scene for the upcoming events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm wave at during the car journey to emphasize the importance of being friendly?

<p>She waves at an old dairy cow to emphasize the importance of being friendly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina observe and calculate as they arrive at a driveway marked with the name Applebee?

<p>Sabrina observes the surroundings and calculates the distance to the train station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text hint at regarding the upcoming events?

<p>The text hints at upcoming encounters with neighbors and the potential challenges in the town.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm inform the girls about, making their stay eventful?

<p>Mrs. Grimm informs the girls about an incident that requires their attention, making their stay eventful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls eavesdrop on in the secret room, sparking curiosity?

<p>The girls eavesdrop on Mrs. Grimm's conversation in the secret room, sparking curiosity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Mrs. Grimm talk to in the house before bidding farewell to it?

<p>She talks to the house and bids farewell to it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm collect before heading towards a mysterious locked room?

<p>She collects books before heading towards a mysterious locked room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color is the dust used by Mrs. Grimm to repel bugs?

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

What does the strange pink sauce served by Mrs. Grimm contain?

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

Why does Mrs. Grimm nail the windows shut?

<p>to prevent things from getting in or someone from getting out</p> Signup and view all the answers

What adds tension and mystery to the story?

<p>Mrs. Grimm's behavior and the girls' suspicions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the girls' plan to deceive Mrs. Grimm add to their relationship with her?

<p>a layer of complexity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story unfold with a mix of in Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>suspense, deception, and peculiar occurrences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls decide not to eat to show strength?

<p>Mrs. Grimm's food</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Daphne eat eagerly, while Sabrina refuses it?

<p>the pink sauce containing marigolds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls ponder about in Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>Mrs. Grimm's intentions and the strange occurrences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Canis do to the windows in the house?

<p>nails them shut</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm do after the incident with the bugs?

<p>shows concern for the girls and tends to Daphne's stings</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the dog that helps Sabrina and Daphne escape from Mrs. Grimm's house?

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

What do the girls encounter in the dark forest that starts to act aggressively?

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

What prompts the girls to flee from the aggressive fireflies in the forest?

<p>The fireflies swarming and attacking them</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who tries to protect the girls from the aggressive fireflies?

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

What prompts Sabrina to try to protect Daphne and Elvis from the fireflies?

<p>Daphne and Elvis getting stung by the fireflies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who appears and reassures the girls during the encounter with the fireflies?

<p>Mrs. Grimm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm tell the girls they need to do when she appears during the encounter with the fireflies?

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

What is the outcome of the encounter with the fireflies, leaving the reader uncertain about the girls' fate?

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

What kind of atmosphere does the story create as the girls try to escape from Mrs. Grimm's house?

<p>Tension and danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who do Sabrina and Daphne attempt to escape from?

<p>Mrs. Grimm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls use to sneak out of the house?

<p>The help of Elvis, a dog</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls enter after sneaking out of the house?

<p>A dark, menacing forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm use to direct her Great Dane, Elvis, at the debris site?

<p>a piece of fabric</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives in a long white limousine at the debris site?

<p>Mayor William Charming</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mayor Charming's assistant, Mr. Seven, give to the girls?

<p>Mayor Charming's business card</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who expresses skepticism about Mrs. Grimm's hint that they are investigating a crime?

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

What does Daphne declare her intention to become, inspired by the situation at the debris site?

<p>a detective like Scooby Doo</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the encounter with Mayor Charming suggest about the debris site mystery?

<p>there may be a political angle to it</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm yell at the girls to do?

<p>to stay away from the debris</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who complies and hands the girls Mayor Charming's business card?

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

What is the potential collaboration or conflict set up between Mrs. Grimm, the girls, and Mayor Charming?

<p>solving the mystery at the debris site</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Daphne do that distracts Sabrina from their plan to engage with Mayor Charming?

<p>declares her intention to become a detective</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the short man emerging from the limousine wear on his head?

<p>an 'I AM AN IDIOT' hat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Canis do with the piece of fabric at the debris site?

<p>he doesn't interact with the fabric</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Thomas have all the dealings with, according to Mrs. Applebee?

<p>Thomas had all the dealings with the person in question.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What change does Sabrina notice in Mrs. Applebee's face, and how does she respond to Mrs. Grimm's remark about her time in New York City?

<p>Sabrina notices a change in Mrs. Applebee's face, which seems to wipe itself of all emotion and her eyes drift into a blank stare. Mrs. Applebee responds by saying 'OK' to Mrs. Grimm's remark about her time in New York City.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm jot down in her notebook, and what does she say after doing so?

<p>Mrs. Grimm jots down some notes in her notebook, and then says 'So, the plot thickens' with a wide smile.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina declare about the existence of giants, and how does Daphne react?

<p>Sabrina declares 'There's no such thing as giants' a bit louder than she meant to. Daphne then shouts 'Sabrina' to get her attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who tells Sabrina and Daphne stories about magical creatures and events from hundreds of years ago?

<p>Mrs. Grimm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm confirm about the existence of Jack?

<p>He is a real person who robbed giants and killed some, now working at a Big and Tall clothing store</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives at the cabin along with Mayor Charming?

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

What behavior does Mr. Canis's dog, Elvis, exhibit?

<p>Elvis behaves strangely</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Canis urge the girls to do when a mysterious thump is heard?

<p>Get into the car</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary conflict showcased in the text?

<p>The conflict between Sabrina's skepticism and Mrs. Grimm's fantastical explanations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What rises as the characters face a mysterious and potentially dangerous situation?

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

What did giants once a part of Ferryport Landing do?

<p>They were tricked into climbing beanstalks and cut down, preventing their return</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is suspected to have let a giant loose in Ferryport Landing?

<p>Someone unexpected with Mayor Charming</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Mayor Charming and Mr. Canis notice about the unexpected person with Mayor Charming?

<p>Spooked behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who tries to prevent Sabrina and Daphne from leaving the cabin?

<p>Elvis, Mr. Canis's dog</p> Signup and view all the answers

What warning does Mr. Canis give the girls as they try to leave?

<p>Warning of something coming</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the three menacing men that Mrs. Grimm and the girls encounter in the hospital parking lot?

<p>Tony, Steve, and Bobby</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Daphne kick one of the men in the hospital parking lot?

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

What does Mrs. Grimm hit one of the men with in the hospital parking lot?

<p>her heavy handbag</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Tony threaten to do to the Grimms in the hospital parking lot?

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

Who arrives to support the Grimms in the hospital parking lot?

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

What does Mr. Canis offer the menacing men in the hospital parking lot?

<p>a chance to leave without violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina consider using to defend her family in the hospital parking lot?

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

What is the pathway devoid of in the hospital parking lot?

<p>any objects that could be used as weapons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who wields an iron bar in the hospital parking lot?

<p>the leader of the men</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the men do when the Grimms enter the hospital?

<p>stare at them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the three menacing men in suits?

<p>Tony, Steve, and Bobby</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm try to do in the hospital parking lot?

<p>defuse the situation and protect her granddaughters</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm use to spy on the thugs during the stakeout?

<p>infrared goggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do they trail the thugs to during the stakeout?

<p>mountain cabin in Ferryport Landing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm hint at enrolling the girls in?

<p>Ferryport Landing Elementary</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm mention about Snow White in Ferryport Landing?

<p>Snow White is a real person</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Canis remain silent about when asked by the girls?

<p>the truth of the three little pigs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is discussed concerning the truth behind fairy tales?

<p>Mrs. Grimm discusses the truth behind fairy tales with the girls</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm hint at when discussing the reality of Santa Claus?

<p>enrolling the girls in school</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Canis do to protect the girls from the thugs?

<p>protects the girls from thugs and defeats them single-handedly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Grimm do when the girls are being protected from the thugs by Mr. Canis?

<p>leads the girls to safety, leaving Mr. Canis behind in a fight</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the stakeout plan?

<p>They decide to follow the thugs to their hideout for a stakeout</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Canis do after joining them unharmed from the fight with the thugs?

<p>reveals a grin and a red face</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mrs. Grimm see the attack by the thugs?

<p>as a positive sign of getting closer to the truth</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sabrina and Daphne encounter when a giant hand appears?

<p>They encounter the monstrous giant with repugnant features and a hideous appearance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the giant do to Mrs. Grimm and Mr. Canis inside the car?

<p>The giant lifts the car with them inside and stuffs it in his shirt pocket.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What realization do the girls have about Mrs. Grimm's stories about fairy tale creatures?

<p>They realize that Mrs. Grimm had been telling the truth about fairy tale creatures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina feel guilty about as they journey back to the house?

<p>She feels guilty about not considering Daphne's thoughts in a long time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Elvis doing as the girls and their dog continue their journey back to the house?

<p>Elvis is diligently guarding them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina worry about as they journey back to the house?

<p>She worries about their safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sabrina and Daphne argue about as they walk back to the house?

<p>They argue about their beliefs and the decisions they have to make as kids without parents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls encounter when they encounter the giant?

<p>They feel the looming threat of the giant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the state of the girls as they walk back to the house with Elvis?

<p>They are frozen in fear and Sabrina feels the weight of having to make decisions for both of them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Daphne's reaction to the situation as they walk back to the house?

<p>Daphne refuses to speak and continues her march back to the house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Sabrina and Daphne used to, according to the text?

<p>They are used to being let down and hoping for a happy home, but always encountering craziness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What realization does Sabrina come to about her behavior towards Daphne?

<p>She realizes she hasn't considered Daphne's thoughts in a long time and feels guilty about it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck joke about when he sees the mirror and what is the result of Sabrina switching on the room light?

<p>Puck jokes about seeing something in the mirror, causing Sabrina to switch on the room light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the face in the mirror demand to know and what action does it take against the children?

<p>The face in the mirror demands to know who the children are and threatens them. It traps the children inside a circle of fire and questions their presence in the room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the magic mirror express surprise at the children's unexpected arrival?

<p>The magic mirror identifies itself and expresses surprise at the children's unexpected arrival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the magic mirror challenge the children about and how do they respond?

<p>The magic mirror challenges the children about their rescue plan for their grandmother. The children admit they don't have a fully formed plan yet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the magic mirror compare the children's nature to someone else and how do they react?

<p>The magic mirror compares the children's impulsive nature to that of their father, Henry. Sabrina is shocked by the comparison, as it doesn't align with her understanding of her father's character.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the names that the boy claims to be known by?

<p>Puck, the Trickster King, Prince of Fairies, Robin Goodfellow, The Imp</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the boy's reaction when the girls mention not knowing who he is?

<p>He is shocked and incredulous</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which famous play does the boy claim to be the star of?

<p>A Midsummer Night’s Dream</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the boy transform into at the end of the passage?

<p>A big shaggy dog</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Puck and what role does he play in the story?

<p>Puck is a strange boy who morphs from a dog and taunts the girls as they head to their Granny's house. He insists on helping the girls, creating tension and conflicts with them, reflecting a power struggle and conflicting objectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck reveal about his relationship with Granny Relda?

<p>Puck claims to have a close relationship with Granny Relda, which he uses to justify his unwelcome assistance to the girls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Sabrina and Daphne react to Puck's demands and behavior?

<p>Sabrina and Daphne reluctantly prepare a meal for Puck, who displays a big appetite. They also confront Puck when he refers to domestic tasks as 'women's work.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What doubts and suspicions does Puck's behavior raise among the girls?

<p>Puck's dubious intentions and behavior raise doubts and suspicions among the girls, making them wary of his unwelcome and forceful assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the dynamic between the girls and Puck reflect?

<p>The dynamic reflects a power struggle and conflicting objectives as the girls struggle with Puck's unwelcome and forceful assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges do the girls face in dealing with Puck?

<p>The girls struggle with Puck's unwelcome and forceful assistance, leading to tension and conflicts as they try to navigate their relationship with him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Puck's behavior affect the girls' interactions with him?

<p>Puck's behavior creates tension and conflicts with the girls as they reluctantly engage with him and attempt to fulfill his demands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck insist on and how do the girls respond?

<p>Puck insists on helping the girls and instructs them to prepare a meal for him. Sabrina and Daphne reluctantly comply and prepare a meal for Puck.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck refer to as 'women's work' and how does this impact the girls?

<p>Puck refers to domestic tasks as 'women's work,' leading to a confrontation with Sabrina and causing discomfort and tension for the girls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Puck's appetite influence the girls' interactions with him?

<p>Puck's big appetite becomes apparent as the girls reluctantly prepare a meal for him, adding to the tension and conflicts in their interactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of the relationship between the girls and Puck?

<p>The relationship reflects a power struggle and conflicting objectives as the girls navigate Puck's unwelcome and forceful assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall impact of Puck's involvement on the girls?

<p>Puck's behavior and demands create tension and conflicts for the girls as they reluctantly engage with him and struggle to deal with his unwelcome and forceful assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unsettling stories do the trio find in their father's journal?

<p>about alliances with giants and their consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Granny Relda urge the siblings to do?

<p>enter a previously off-limits room</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the siblings gear up with to confront a potential threat upstairs?

<p>makeshift armor and weapons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the siblings find upon reaching the top of the stairs?

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

What does Sabrina retrieve to unlock the door?

<p>a key ring</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the trio's actions and dialogue reveal?

<p>their determination and bravery in the face of uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sabrina, Daphne, and Puck discuss?

<p>the erasure of a farmer's memory and the mysterious motives behind it</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is found in a letter from Granny Relda?

<p>urging them to enter a previously off-limits room</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the siblings do to confront a potential threat upstairs?

<p>gear up with makeshift armor and weapons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the siblings discover in their father's journal?

<p>unsettling stories about alliances with giants and their consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the siblings find in their father's journal?

<p>unsettling stories about alliances with giants and their consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the siblings reveal in their actions and dialogue?

<p>their determination and bravery in the face of uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Puck declare himself to be in the story?

<p>The Prince of Fairies, Emperor of various creatures, and King of Tricksters and Prank-Players</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck claim as his kingdom?

<p>Puck claims the forest and the trees as his kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the three characters find in the search for books on giants?

<p>A collection of diaries, including one written by their father, Henry Grimm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sabrina and Daphne discover about Mayor Charming?

<p>They discover that he is rebuilding his kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does the group speculate Mayor Charming and Mr. Englishman to be?

<p>They speculate that Mayor Charming and Mr. Englishman are the same person</p> Signup and view all the answers

What book does Daphne come across and what does she learn from it?

<p>Daphne comes across a book titled 'Anatomy of a Giant' and learns about alliances between people and giants in the past</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do they realize Mayor Charming is doing with the giant?

<p>They realize that Charming is using the giant to intimidate people into selling their land</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the conversation lead the group to understand about Mayor Charming?

<p>The conversation leads the group to understand how Charming is manipulating the giant to achieve his goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the group uncover about Mayor Charming's plot?

<p>The group uncovers Charming's sinister plot and begins to understand the extent of his manipulation and deceit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What events does Daphne recount to Puck?

<p>Daphne recounts the events involving the giant, Mayor Charming, and the gang of thugs to Puck</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck suggest they should be doing instead of searching for books?

<p>Puck suggests they should all be out looking</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck state about aging in the story?

<p>Puck explains that Everafters only age as much as they want to and some choose to age to blend in with society</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack suggest they need after obtaining the shoes and where does he propose to find it?

<p>Jack suggests they need proper disguises and proposes to find them using a little fairy godmother magic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What magical item do they find inside the door labeled FAIRY GODMOTHER WANDS and who retrieves it?

<p>They find fairy godmother wands inside the door labeled FAIRY GODMOTHER WANDS, and Mirror retrieves one with a glittery glass star on the end and hands it to Sabrina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the small black cauldron and the sticks inside it?

<p>The small black cauldron contains fairy godmother wands, the first magical item that Sabrina's family ever had to confiscate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the magic carpet do to evade the giant's pursuit?

<p>The magic carpet dodges each deadly footfall and zips out of the giant's reach, eventually exhausting him and causing him to give up the chase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack shout to the giant as they escape, and what is the giant's reaction?

<p>Jack shouts 'Don't cry, big boy' to the giant as he disappears behind them on the horizon. The giant reacts with frustration, shaking his fist into the air and roaring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the magic carpet appear and behave when the group arrives at their destination?

<p>The magic carpet is barely six inches off the ground and has lost all of its kick, appearing exhausted. It drops to the ground and rolls itself up, resembling its original delivery to the girls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina do upon arriving at their destination, and what does Jack do while she is busy?

<p>Sabrina begins unlocking all the bolts on Granny Relda's enormous key ring. Jack watches attentively until she has unlocked every one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who reveals the existence of the magic mirror and insists that they need it for their plan?

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

What does the magic mirror warn the girls about regarding the slippers?

<p>The danger and power of the slippers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do the girls find themselves after the magic mirror transports them?

<p>In a long, wide hallway resembling Grand Central Station</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the unexpected location affect Sabrina?

<p>She feels queasy, uneasy, and disoriented</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting described as when the girls find themselves in the unexpected location?

<p>A long, wide hallway resembling Grand Central Station</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina expect to see when they find themselves in the unexpected environment?

<p>A reflection of the room they were in</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack argue with the magic mirror about?

<p>Obtaining the slippers, which have the power to transport the wearer anywhere</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the rough plan of Charming's estate in their grandfather's journal detail?

<p>The layout and possible escape routes of Charming's estate</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the magic mirror initially react when confronted by the girls?

<p>It resists but eventually agrees to help</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who confidently assures the girls they can enter Charming's mansion through the front door without being noticed?

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

What does the magic mirror do when Jack pushes it aside and leads the girls through it?

<p>Warns the girls about the danger and power of the slippers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the unexpected environment in the long, wide hallway cause the girls to feel?

<p>Shocked and disoriented</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack reveal about his plans for the following night?

<p>Jack reveals a mysterious 'big plan' for the following night.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Sabrina encounter in Granny Relda’s room, transformed into a human-headed housefly?

<p>Sabrina encounters Puck, who has transformed into a human-headed housefly, in Granny Relda’s room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What peculiar photo do the girls find of their grandparents?

<p>The girls find a peculiar photo of their grandparents in Granny Relda’s handbag.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What themes does the story weave together?

<p>The story weaves together themes of family, trust, and the challenges of navigating a world filled with magic and danger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting for a complex and mysterious series of events, unfolding in a world of magic and intrigue?

<p>The text sets the stage for a complex and mysterious series of events, unfolding in a world of magic and intrigue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who do the girls find napping in their house?

<p>The girls find Jack napping in their house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck reveal his knowledge of, raising suspicion and tension?

<p>Puck reveals his knowledge of Sabrina and Jack's secret plans, raising suspicion and tension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls find Puck transformed into, leading to suspicion and tension?

<p>Puck's unsettling transformation into a housefly leads to suspicion and tension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elvis retrieve for the girls, leading to a discovery in Granny Relda’s handbag?

<p>Elvis retrieves Granny Relda’s handbag, and the girls find a peculiar photo of their grandparents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who do Sabrina and Daphne manage to calm in a heated exchange?

<p>Sabrina and Daphne manage to calm the situation between Puck, a flying boy, and Jack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls do as they are left pondering their next steps?

<p>The girls are left pondering their next steps, as they navigate the complexities of their situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who do Sabrina and Daphne debate whether to let help them confront a giant?

<p>Sabrina and Daphne debate whether to let Jack, who has broken out of jail, help them confront a giant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Jack's attitude and behavior towards the plan to save Granny Relda.

<p>Jack appears to have a lackadaisical attitude, eating greedily and failing to present a concrete plan. He later proposes a risky operation during a ball at Mayor Charming's office.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina threaten to do if Jack doesn't contribute to the rescue effort?

<p>Sabrina threatens to call Deputy Crane to take Jack back to prison if he doesn't contribute to the rescue effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack suggest they need to do in order to outsmart the giant?

<p>Jack suggests that they need to outsmart the giant, implying that Mayor Charming is behind the giant's actions. He proposes sneaking into Charming's office to find a map that shows the giant's next target.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Sabrina challenge Jack's plan?

<p>Sabrina questions the viability of Jack's plan and challenges him to come up with a better one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall attitude and approach of the characters towards the situation?

<p>The tension between the characters and their conflicting approaches to the situation is evident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Sabrina and Daphne's feelings towards Jack's plan?

<p>Sabrina and Daphne remain skeptical about Jack's plan and express doubt about its effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Puck express about helping and his self-serving nature?

<p>Puck, who previously morphed into a human, expresses his reluctance to help and emphasizes his self-serving nature. He dismisses the idea of helping and leaves the house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack insist about his plan?

<p>Jack insists that his plan is solid and could lead to defeating the giant and saving Granny Relda.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack's proposed plan involve?

<p>Jack's proposed plan involves a risky operation during a ball at Mayor Charming's office.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Hall of Wonders and what is it filled with?

<p>The Hall of Wonders is a massive room filled with hundreds of doors of various shapes and sizes, each leading to different sections like Fairy Godmother Wands and Dragon Eggs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Hall described as, and what does it hold?

<p>The Hall is described as an arcane-powered, multi-phasic, trans-dimensional pocket universe, and it is a holding area for dangerous and valuable items.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina find in the room labeled 'Magic Shoes' and what does she do with it?

<p>Sabrina finds a pair of sparkling silver slippers, which are said to be magical, and is instructed to put them on by a short, chubby man named Mirror.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina feel after putting on the silver slippers?

<p>After putting on the slippers, Sabrina feels an odd energy creeping up her legs and filling her whole body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack become fascinated by, and who prohibits him from entering?

<p>Jack becomes fascinated by a door labeled 'Magic Beans' and is prohibited from entering by Mirror, who emphasizes the danger of the beans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina find in the Magic Beans room, and how does Mirror consider it?

<p>Sabrina finds a collection of little white beans in a mason jar, which Mirror considers dangerous.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What realization does Sabrina have about Ferryport Landing after the encounter with the Magic Beans?

<p>This encounter makes Sabrina realize that Ferryport Landing is a prison for fairy-tale creatures who are not allowed to leave.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the character of Jack depicted in the text?

<p>The text depicts the character of Jack as a man who has seen amazing things and lived life to the fullest but is now trapped in Ferryport Landing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conflict is highlighted in the narrative?

<p>The narrative highlights the conflict between the characters and the restrictions imposed on them by the magical items and the place they inhabit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story suggest about the handling of magical items?

<p>The story suggests that the magic in the wrong hands leads to chaos and emphasizes the responsibility that comes with handling magical items.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What creates a sense of danger and adventure in the narrative?

<p>The tension between the characters and the allure of the magical items, such as the slippers and beans, creates a sense of danger and adventure in the narrative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Sabrina see on the television screen that sent shivers through her and why did it have that effect?

<p>Sabrina saw a giant crawling down an exploding beanstalk on the television screen, and it sent shivers through her because it was the same giant she had met the day before.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jack find on the map and what was Sabrina's reaction to losing contact with him?

<p>Jack found a map with circled areas and written 'reported sightings' next to them. Sabrina reacted by trying to get closer to Jack when she lost contact with him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Sabrina find in the corner of the room and what did she see on the television's screen?

<p>In the corner of the room, Sabrina found a television hooked to a video camera, and on the television's screen, she saw a frozen image of the Applebee farm and a giant crawling down an exploding beanstalk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Sabrina's plan after losing contact with both Jack and Daphne, and what did she discover on the television screen?

<p>After losing contact with both Jack and Daphne, Sabrina decided to take the map and discovered the frozen image of the Applebee farm with a giant crawling down an exploding beanstalk on the television screen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who interrupts the giant's temper tantrum and attacks him?

<p>three magical figures</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Sabrina and Daphne, along with the prince, try to do during the confrontation with the giant?

<p>protect the crowd</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives during the battle involving magical attacks?

<p>King Arthur and his knights</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences the prince faces after the giant is forced to flee?

<p>a damaged car and disgruntled party guests</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do people react to the prince's attempts to calm and reassure the crowd?

<p>anger and disappointment, leaving and refusing to donate to the community fund</p> Signup and view all the answers

What evidence does Sabrina find in Charming's office that proves his involvement with the giant?

<p>Sabrina finds a tape showing the giant destroying the farmhouse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the sisters reveal their true identities to Charming?

<p>The sisters reveal their true identities as Relda Grimm's granddaughters when Charming counts down to force a confession.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Charming threaten the sisters with, upon discovering their use of a magic wand?

<p>Charming threatens the sisters with imprisonment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the sisters transformed back to their normal states?

<p>The sisters are magically transformed back to their normal states, leaving only oily smears as evidence of their disguises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina confront Charming about, leading to a tense exchange?

<p>Sabrina confronts Charming about his intentions to buy up the town, leading to a tense exchange.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Charming plan to do with the sisters in front of the giant, causing panic among the guests?

<p>Charming plans to expose the sisters to the giant, causing panic among the guests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the guests recognize the sisters as, and what is their reaction?

<p>The guests recognize the sisters as the Grimm children and express concern over their treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the chapter end for the sisters?

<p>The chapter ends with the sisters crying for help as Charming leads them towards the giant, causing a commotion among the guests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What prompts Prince Charming to feel dejected?

<p>The Queen of Hearts criticizes the town's leadership.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What accusation is made against Prince Charming, and how does he respond?

<p>Sabrina accuses the prince of bringing a giant, and Charming denies involvement, showing a video of Jack and his goons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Jack's goal regarding the giant, and how does Prince Charming clarify his involvement?

<p>Jack's goal was to kill a giant for fame. Charming clarifies that he was trying to arrest the goons, not work with them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What plan does Charming reveal, and what does he deny?

<p>Charming reveals his plan to buy the town but denies releasing the giant intentionally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What prompts the girls to question Prince Charming's motives, and how does he respond?

<p>The girls question Charming's motives and his involvement in their predicament, prompting him to explain his reasons for helping them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What plan of Jack's is uncovered by the group, and what realization does this lead to?

<p>Jack's plan to create chaos and kill a giant on live TV is uncovered by the group. The realization sets the stage for the group's next move to stop Jack's dangerous plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mistake made by the girls allows Jack to access their house?

<p>The group realizes that Jack has returned to their house, which he can access due to a mistake made by the girls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What evidence is found that implicates Jack, and what decision does Prince Charming make as a result?

<p>The sheriff reports that the giant is heading towards Widow's Peak, and Jack's bloody handkerchief is found. Charming decides to return to the Grimm house with the girls to thwart Jack's plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina learn from a news reporter, and how does it impact the group's understanding of Jack's plan?

<p>Sabrina receives a call from a news reporter who was tipped off about a potential murder on Widow's Peak, which Jack orchestrated. The group realizes that Jack plans to kill the giant on live television for fame.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event sets the stage for the group's next move?

<p>The revelation sets the stage for the group's next move to stop Jack's dangerous plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What warning does Mirror give about using Excalibur, and how does Sabrina feel when she holds it?

<p>Mirror warns against using Excalibur due to its lethal nature. Sabrina feels powerful when she holds Excalibur, drawing a parallel to King Arthur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Charming order Mr. Seven to do regarding the Three and the Grimm house?

<p>Charming orders Mr. Seven to send one of the Three to the Grimm house, with strict instructions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Charming explain about Jack's plan for the stolen beans?

<p>Charming explains Jack's plan to use the beans for fame and to control giants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What realization does Sabrina have about Elvis and Jack's association with a giant?

<p>Sabrina realizes that Elvis tried to warn them about Jack's association with a giant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Charming select Excalibur from the magical armory, and what concerns does this raise?

<p>Charming selects Excalibur as a dangerous weapon. This raises concerns about adding more magic to the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is found injured and who does it reveal as the thief of the beans?

<p>Mirror is found injured and reveals that Jack has stolen the beans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Sabrina worry about adding more magic to the situation, and what intensifies as the characters prepare for a confrontation?

<p>Sabrina worries about Charming's decision to wield Excalibur and adding more magic to the situation. The situation intensifies as the characters prepare for a confrontation with Jack and the stolen beans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is found injured and how does Charming call for medical assistance?

<p>Elvis, the giant dog, is found injured and Charming calls for medical assistance for Elvis from Mr. Seven.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Charming explain about the giant's behavior towards them?

<p>Charming explains that protection spells prevented the giant from attacking them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concerns does Mirror express about using Excalibur, and how does this affect the situation?

<p>Mirror warns against using Excalibur due to its lethal nature. This raises concerns about adding more magic to the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What parallel does Sabrina draw when she holds Excalibur?

<p>Sabrina feels powerful when she holds Excalibur, drawing a parallel to King Arthur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Sabrina worried about Charming's decision to wield Excalibur?

<p>The decision to wield Excalibur raises concerns about adding more magic to the situation, which worries Sabrina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack do to Sabrina and Daphne, and what is the unexpected event that interrupts his plan?

<p>Jack violently shoves Sabrina and Daphne to the ground and prepares to bring down Excalibur on Sabrina's head. The unexpected event that interrupts his plan is the arrival of Mr. Canis and Granny Relda in the family car, which speeds along the giant's body, ultimately causing the car to land near Jack and the girls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives to save Sabrina and Daphne from Jack, and how do they do it?

<p>Mr. Canis and Granny Relda arrive to save Sabrina and Daphne from Jack. They do it by driving the family car through the giant's body, ultimately landing near Jack and the girls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack hold up to Granny Relda, and what does he say about it?

<p>Jack holds up a mason jar of beans to Granny Relda, stating that 'It’s about this, old woman.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unexpected event that interrupts Jack's plan to harm Sabrina, and who are the individuals involved in this event?

<p>The unexpected event that interrupts Jack's plan is the arrival of Mr. Canis and Granny Relda in the family car. They are the individuals involved in this event.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack suggest as a way to regain his hero status, and how does he plan to achieve it?

<p>Jack wants to use magical beans to regain his hero status and suggests killing the Grimms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is revealed to be the Big Bad Wolf, and how does he confront Jack?

<p>Mr. Canis, revealed to be the Big Bad Wolf, transforms into a massive wolf to fight Jack</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the pixies do to intervene in the battle between the Wolf and Jack?

<p>Puck, a hero, intervenes by summoning pixies to attack Jack</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the pixies do to drive Jack to drop a jar that is needed?

<p>The pixies torment Jack, driving him to drop a jar that is needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who plans to retrieve the jar from Jack, and how do they plan to do it?

<p>Granny Relda and Puck plan to retrieve the jar from Jack</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Puck and the pixies work together to obtain the jar from Jack?

<p>Puck communicates with a lone pixie to help retrieve the jar, and they work together to obtain the jar from Jack</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does Puck's involvement and the pixies' attack have on the dynamics of the battle?

<p>Puck's involvement and the pixies' attack shift the dynamics of the battle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who strategizes with Granny Relda to obtain the jar from Jack?

<p>Granny Relda and Puck strategize to obtain the jar from Jack</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack boast about during the brutal fight with the Wolf?

<p>Jack boasts during the brutal fight, displaying its brutality</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are Granny Relda and the girls caught off guard during the battle?

<p>Granny Relda and the girls are caught off guard by Mr. Canis's true identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What reveals the vicious nature of the Wolf during the battle?

<p>The Wolf overpowers Jack, revealing its vicious nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Puck communicate with to help retrieve the jar from Jack?

<p>Puck communicates with a lone pixie to help retrieve the jar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sabrina realize about the blueprints brought by Hamstead and the others?

<p>Her house is getting an addition, and she is excited to have her own room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who interrupts the conversation and announces their decision to move in?

<p>Puck interrupts and announces that he is moving in.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the girls react to the news of Puck moving in?

<p>Sabrina is hopeful that Puck is lying and expresses her disapproval, while Daphne is excited and supportive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Granny reveal about Puck's relationship to them?

<p>Granny reveals that although Puck may not be her real grandson, she loves him like her own.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Daphne predict about their future adventures?

<p>Daphne predicts that they will have a lot more to write in their books.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the blueprints reveal about the plans for the house?

<p>The blueprints reveal plans for an addition to the house, indicating the need for another room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Sabrina's reaction to the news of getting another room?

<p>Sabrina is excited and squeals happily at the prospect of having her own room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the chapter end and what does it hint at for the future?

<p>The chapter ends with Daphne smiling and holding her sister's hand, hinting at more adventures and experiences to come.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who negotiates with the giants and what do the giants plan to do with Jack?

<p>Granny Relda negotiates with giants, who plan to take Jack to their queen for justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Glinda, Hansel, and Gretel's Frau Pfefferkuchenhaus do upon arrival?

<p>Glinda, Hansel, and Gretel's Frau Pfefferkuchenhaus arrive, setting beanstalks on fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who commends the Grimm children and confiscates evidence?

<p>Sheriff Hamstead commends the Grimm children and confiscates evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

What intervention does Charming make and who does he deal with?

<p>Charming intervenes and deals with the aftermath</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of the tension and resolution in the story?

<p>Tension and resolution between various characters, including the giants and law enforcement</p> Signup and view all the answers

What interrupts the arrival of Action Four News?

<p>Action Four News arrives, interrupted by rumbling from growing magic bean sprouts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the involvement of the Scarlet Hand revealed by Jack?

<p>Jack reveals the Scarlet Hand's involvement and threats, giants ignore and leave</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is done to ensure reporters won't remember anything?

<p>Glinda ensures reporters won't remember anything</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mutual respect is shown between characters?

<p>Mr. Canis and Sheriff Hamstead show mutual respect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the giants believe about Jack and what do they plan to do with him?

<p>Beanstalks grow rapidly, giants descend, believing Jack is a murderer. Giants plan to take Jack to their queen for justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who transforms back and urges to evacuate the children?

<p>Mr. Canis transforms back, exhausted and worried, and urges to evacuate children</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes chaos and destruction in the story?

<p>Jack panics as pixies steal magic beans, causing chaos and destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unusual breakfast does Granny Relda prepare for the girls?

<p>Granny Relda prepares an unusual breakfast for the girls</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tradition do the girls follow by receiving cloth-bound books for documenting their experiences as Grimms?

<p>They receive cloth-bound books for documenting their experiences as Grimms, following their father's tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls see of their parents through a magical mirror?

<p>Granny shows the girls their parents through a magical mirror, they see their parents lying still in a dark room</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Granny reassure the girls about their parents?

<p>Granny reassures the girls that their parents are not dead, just sleeping, and promises to find them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What scene does the text present?

<p>The text presents a heartwarming scene of family bonding, responsibility, and the girls' introduction to their role as Grimms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is still in his room and absent during the events?

<p>Mr. Canis is still in his room and Puck is absent</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls express towards Granny Relda after seeing their parents through the magical mirror?

<p>The girls hug Granny Relda tightly, expressing happiness that their parents are alive but despair at not knowing their whereabouts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls receive for documenting their experiences as Grimms?

<p>They receive cloth-bound books for documenting their experiences as Grimms</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the girls place on the family shelf alongside their father's?

<p>They spend the day writing in the books and place them on the family shelf alongside their father's</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Granny do before answering the knock at the door?

<p>There is a knock at the door, and Granny wipes everyone's tears before answering</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Charming do after acknowledging the girls' help in stopping Jack's plan?

<p>Charming acknowledges the girls' help in stopping Jack's plan, but dismisses their usefulness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Daphne apologize to Elvis for?

<p>Elvis, the dog, is bruised but recovering, Daphne apologizes to him for not paying attention to his clue</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Unexpected Meeting with Mrs. Grimm and Elvis

  • Daphne and Sabrina visit Mrs. Grimm's house, where they meet Mr. Canis and a giant dog named Elvis.
  • Mrs. Grimm introduces Elvis as a member of their family and reassures the girls that he is harmless if he likes them.
  • Mrs. Grimm demonstrates Elvis' tricks, showing that he is well-trained and friendly.
  • Mrs. Grimm offers to make spaghetti and meatballs for dinner, which excites Daphne.
  • Sabrina is suspicious of Mrs. Grimm and is not convinced that they should stay at her house.
  • Mrs. Grimm claims to know a lot about the girls and reveals that their family is originally from Germany.
  • Mrs. Grimm expresses sadness over the girls' parents no longer communicating with her and insists that they did not abandon the girls.
  • Sabrina becomes emotional and Mrs. Grimm clarifies that she is not Mrs. Grimm, but their grandmother (oma) from Germany.
  • Mr. Canis remains silent and still, which unnerves Sabrina, but he starts eating when food is placed in front of him.
  • Mrs. Grimm shares that their mother used to send her letters and expresses concern when the communication stopped.
  • The girls are from New York City, and Sabrina is defensive about her family's origins.
  • The chapter ends with the emotional tension between the girls and Mrs. Grimm, leaving the readers in suspense.

Mystery at the Debris Site

  • Mrs. Grimm and Mr. Canis arrive at a debris site, and Mrs. Grimm uses a piece of fabric to direct her Great Dane, Elvis, to search through the rubble.
  • The girls, Sabrina and Daphne, are puzzled by Mrs. Grimm's actions and inquire about the purpose of their visit.
  • Mrs. Grimm hints that they are investigating a crime, and the girls express their skepticism.
  • Daphne, inspired by the situation, declares her intention to become a detective like Scooby Doo.
  • The girls reminisce about their past and the joy they shared before their father's disappearance.
  • A long white limousine arrives, and a short man wearing an "I AM AN IDIOT" hat emerges from the driver's side.
  • A tall, handsome man in a purple suit, Mayor William Charming, exits the limousine and expresses frustration at the debris site not being properly handled.
  • Mayor Charming condescendingly addresses the girls and instructs his assistant, Mr. Seven, to give them his business card.
  • Mr. Seven complies and hands the girls Mayor Charming's card, emphasizing the importance of networking.
  • Sabrina steps forward, presumably to engage with Mayor Charming.
  • The encounter with Mayor Charming suggests that there may be a political angle to the debris site mystery.
  • The text sets the stage for a potential collaboration or conflict between Mrs. Grimm, the girls, and Mayor Charming in solving the mystery.

The Sisters and the Giant

  • Sabrina and Daphne are foster children, used to being let down and hoping for a happy home, but always encountering craziness.
  • A giant hand appears, followed by the monstrous giant, with repugnant features and a hideous appearance.
  • The giant lifts the car with Mrs. Grimm and Mr. Canis inside, and then flattens a mountain cabin, seemingly killing three thugs.
  • The giant stuffs the car in his shirt pocket and walks away, causing the earth to shake with his footsteps.
  • The girls, frozen in fear, realize Mrs. Grimm had been telling the truth about fairy tale creatures.
  • Daphne confronts Sabrina about her behavior, and then marches back to the house to rescue their family.
  • The girls, accompanied by their dog Elvis, are walking back to the house, hoping for a ride, with Daphne refusing to speak.
  • Sabrina and Daphne argue about their beliefs and the decisions they have to make as kids without parents.
  • Sabrina realizes she hasn't considered Daphne's thoughts in a long time and feels guilty about it.
  • Daphne continues her march back to the house, with Elvis diligently guarding them.
  • Sabrina feels the weight of having to make decisions for both of them and worries about their safety.
  • The girls and their dog continue their journey back to the house, feeling the looming threat of the giant.

The Trickster King and the Fairy-Tale Accounts

  • Puck declares himself as the Prince of Fairies, Emperor of various creatures, and King of Tricksters and Prank-Players
  • Puck claims the forest and the trees as his kingdom and states he plans on staying a boy forever
  • Puck explains that Everafters only age as much as they want to and some choose to age to blend in with society
  • Daphne recounts the events involving the giant, Mayor Charming, and the gang of thugs to Puck
  • The three search for books on giants and discover a collection of diaries, including one written by their father, Henry Grimm
  • Daphne dismisses the books, while Puck suggests they should all be out looking
  • Sabrina and Daphne find a book with a photograph of Mayor Charming and discover that he is rebuilding his kingdom
  • They speculate that Mayor Charming and Mr. Englishman are the same person, and Puck suggests that Charming is using the giant to scare people off their land
  • Daphne comes across a book titled "Anatomy of a Giant" and learns about alliances between people and giants in the past
  • They realize that Charming is using the giant to intimidate people into selling their land
  • The conversation leads the group to understand how Charming is manipulating the giant to achieve his goals
  • The group uncovers Charming's sinister plot and begins to understand the extent of his manipulation and deceit

The Hall of Wonders and the Magic Shoes

  • The Hall of Wonders is a massive room filled with hundreds of doors of various shapes and sizes, each leading to different sections like Fairy Godmother Wands and Dragon Eggs.
  • The Hall is a holding area for dangerous and valuable items, and it is described as an arcane-powered, multi-phasic, trans-dimensional pocket universe.
  • The group encounters a door labeled "Magic Shoes" and enters a room with hundreds of pairs of shoes, including some with wings and made of pure glass.
  • Sabrina finds a pair of sparkling silver slippers, which are said to be magical, and is instructed to put them on by a short, chubby man named Mirror.
  • After putting on the slippers, Sabrina feels an odd energy creeping up her legs and filling her whole body.
  • Jack, a giant killer, becomes fascinated by a door labeled "Magic Beans" and is prohibited from entering by Mirror, who emphasizes the danger of the beans.
  • Sabrina opens the door to the Magic Beans room and finds a collection of little white beans in a mason jar, which Mirror considers dangerous.
  • This encounter makes Sabrina realize that Ferryport Landing, where they are, is a prison for fairy-tale creatures who are not allowed to leave.
  • The text depicts the character of Jack as a man who has seen amazing things and lived life to the fullest but is now trapped in Ferryport Landing.
  • The narrative highlights the conflict between the characters and the restrictions imposed on them by the magical items and the place they inhabit.
  • The story suggests that the magic in the wrong hands leads to chaos and emphasizes the responsibility that comes with handling magical items.
  • The tension between the characters and the allure of the magical items, such as the slippers and beans, creates a sense of danger and adventure in the narrative.

"The Sisters Grimm: The Mystery of the Stolen Beans"

  • Elvis, the giant dog, is found injured by Daphne, Sabrina, and Charming
  • Charming calls for medical assistance for Elvis from Mr. Seven
  • Charming orders Mr. Seven to send one of the Three to the Grimm house, with strict instructions
  • Mirror is found injured and reveals that Jack has stolen the beans
  • Charming explains Jack's plan to use the beans for fame and to control giants
  • Sabrina realizes that Elvis tried to warn them about Jack's association with a giant
  • Charming explains that protection spells prevented the giant from attacking them
  • Charming selects a dangerous weapon, Excalibur, from the magical armory
  • Mirror warns against using Excalibur due to its lethal nature
  • Sabrina feels powerful when she holds Excalibur, drawing a parallel to King Arthur
  • Charming's decision to wield Excalibur raises concerns about adding more magic to the situation
  • The situation intensifies as the characters prepare for a confrontation with Jack and the stolen beans

Grimm Family Reunion and Responsibilities

  • Charming acknowledges the girls' help in stopping Jack's plan, but dismisses their usefulness
  • The girls apologize to Granny Relda for almost getting her killed, she reassures them
  • Elvis, the dog, is bruised but recovering, Daphne apologizes to him for not paying attention to his clue
  • Granny Relda prepares an unusual breakfast for the girls, Mr. Canis is still in his room and Puck is absent
  • The Grimms go to the mall and buy the girls new outfits, Granny apologizes for Mr. Canis's poor choice due to his color-blindness
  • The girls receive cloth-bound books for documenting their experiences as Grimms, following their father's tradition
  • They spend the day writing in the books and place them on the family shelf alongside their father's
  • Granny shows the girls their parents through a magical mirror, they see their parents lying still in a dark room
  • Granny reassures the girls that their parents are not dead, just sleeping, and promises to find them
  • The girls hug Granny Relda tightly, expressing happiness that their parents are alive but despair at not knowing their whereabouts
  • There is a knock at the door, and Granny wipes everyone's tears before answering
  • The text presents a heartwarming scene of family bonding, responsibility, and the girls' introduction to their role as Grimms

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