The Dream Giver: Chapter 1
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What did ordinary do every day after work?

  • Ate almost the same dinner and watched the box (correct)
  • Went to his usual job
  • Went to his best friend's house
  • Went to his parents' house
  • Ordinary was happy with his life in the land of familiar.

    False

    What did ordinary notice one morning that made him realize something big was missing from his life?

    A small nagging feeling

    Ordinary discovered a _______________ feather resting on the sill of his window.

    <p>long white</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did ordinary not share his big dream with anyone at first?

    <p>He was afraid of being embarrassed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Best friend laughed at ordinary's big dream.

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

    What was ordinary's big dream?

    <p>To be a somebody and achieve great things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary's longing for his big dream grew and grew until finally he realized that he'd never be happy unless he could _______________ it.

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

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Familiar = The land where ordinary lived The Box = A device that mesmerized most nobodies on most nights The Dream Giver = A mysterious entity that gave ordinary his big dream Best Friend = A buddy who came over to join ordinary in front of the box</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary's parents were very supportive of his big dream.

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

    What is the main concern of Ordinary's best friend when he decides to pursue his dream?

    <p>The journey is not sensible and safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary's father was surprised to hear about his big dream.

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

    What did Ordinary's father find when he woke up to his big dream?

    <p>A long white feather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary's father kept the long white feather on his _______________ while he waited for a chance to pursue his dream.

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

    Match the characters with their actions:

    <p>Ordinary = Decides to pursue his big dream Ordinary's father = Woke up to his big dream Best friend = Tries to discourage Ordinary from pursuing his dream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Ordinary do when he decided to pursue his dream?

    <p>He started making plans to pursue his dream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary's father pursued his big dream.

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

    What did Ordinary's best friend give to Ordinary when he decided to pursue his dream?

    <p>His recliner and his box</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary's father warned him not to make the same _______________ he did.

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

    What did Ordinary do when he was ready to pursue his dream?

    <p>He went to tell his boss that he was leaving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Ordinary's father say to him when he shared his big dream?

    <p>I'm not surprised to hear you say these things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary was afraid to share his big dream with his father because he thought he would laugh at him.

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

    What did Ordinary's father tell him not to make the same mistake that he did?

    <p>Staying a nobody and not pursuing his dream.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ordinary's father had a big dream that came with a ______ feather.

    <p>long white</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characters with their descriptions:

    <p>Ordinary = Wanted to leave the land of familiar Ordinary's Father = Had a big dream that never seemed possible Best Friend = Encouraged Ordinary to pursue his dream The Dream Giver = Gave Ordinary a long white feather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ordinary's Life

    • Ordinary lives in the land of Familiar, where every day is the same, and he has a routine job, dinner, and TV time.
    • He feels content with his routine, but deep down, he wants something more.

    The Big Dream

    • Ordinary has a nagging feeling that something big is missing from his life, and he discovers a big dream hidden in his heart.
    • His big dream tells him that he is meant to be a somebody, destined to achieve great things.
    • He finds a long white feather on his windowsill, which he believes is a sign from the Dream Giver.

    Confiding in Others

    • Ordinary shares his big dream with Best Friend, but is worried about being laughed at or thought of as a fool.
    • Best Friend is supportive, but advises Ordinary to keep his dream quiet to avoid being ridiculed by others.

    Struggling with Familiarity

    • Ordinary feels stuck in his usual job and longs to pursue his big dream, but is held back by responsibilities and fear of the unknown.
    • He becomes unhappy and starts to hate his job, feeling like he's made a mistake.

    Father's Advice

    • Ordinary confides in his father, who reveals that he too had a big dream, but never pursued it due to fear and responsibilities.
    • Father advises Ordinary not to make the same mistake and to pursue his dream, even if it seems impossible.

    Pursuing the Dream

    • Ordinary decides to take a chance and pursue his big dream, despite the risks and uncertainties.
    • He makes a plan, works hard, and makes difficult choices to achieve his dream.
    • He finally leaves his usual job and begins his journey, ready to take the first step towards becoming a dreamer.

    Ordinary's Life

    • Ordinary lives in the land of Familiar, where every day is the same, and he has a routine job, dinner, and TV time.
    • He feels content with his routine, but deep down, he wants something more.

    The Big Dream

    • Ordinary has a nagging feeling that something big is missing from his life, and he discovers a big dream hidden in his heart.
    • His big dream tells him that he is meant to be a somebody, destined to achieve great things.
    • He finds a long white feather on his windowsill, which he believes is a sign from the Dream Giver.

    Confiding in Others

    • Ordinary shares his big dream with Best Friend, but is worried about being laughed at or thought of as a fool.
    • Best Friend is supportive, but advises Ordinary to keep his dream quiet to avoid being ridiculed by others.

    Struggling with Familiarity

    • Ordinary feels stuck in his usual job and longs to pursue his big dream, but is held back by responsibilities and fear of the unknown.
    • He becomes unhappy and starts to hate his job, feeling like he's made a mistake.

    Father's Advice

    • Ordinary confides in his father, who reveals that he too had a big dream, but never pursued it due to fear and responsibilities.
    • Father advises Ordinary not to make the same mistake and to pursue his dream, even if it seems impossible.

    Pursuing the Dream

    • Ordinary decides to take a chance and pursue his big dream, despite the risks and uncertainties.
    • He makes a plan, works hard, and makes difficult choices to achieve his dream.
    • He finally leaves his usual job and begins his journey, ready to take the first step towards becoming a dreamer.

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    Follow Ordinary's life in Familiar, where he struggles to find meaning beyond his daily routine and discovers a big dream that changes everything.

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