Phantom Tollbooth Act I

Front

What does the word 'stingy' mean?

Back

Stingy means unwilling to spend money or use resources; tightfisted.

Front

What does 'economical' mean?

Back

Economical means using resources carefully and without waste.

Front

What does 'thrifty' mean?

Back

Thrifty means using money and resources wisely and avoiding waste.

Front

What is the Doldrums in 'The Phantom Tollbooth'?

Back

The Doldrums is a place where people are stuck in boredom and fail to think.

Front

What lesson does Milo learn in the Doldrums?

Back

Milo learns that failing to think means you get nowhere.

Front

How is Milo described at the beginning of Act 1?

Back

Milo is described as bored.

Front

What does Milo receive in the package he opens?

Back

Milo receives a tollbooth.

Front

What does Humbug think about knowledge?

Back

Humbug does not love knowledge and finds it burdensome.

Front

What does it mean to 'pay attention'?

Back

To pay attention means to focus and be aware of what is happening.

Front

What is the significance of the tollbooth in the story?

Back

The tollbooth represents a gateway to adventure and learning.