The Mysterious Balloon

What caused the room to grow dark according to the passage?

• It was nighttime.

• A shadow fell across the kitchen.

• The lights in the kitchen went out.

• There was a storm outside.

What was Benny's initial reaction to seeing something hovering over the lawn?

• He thought it was an aerostat.

• He was scared and hid under the table.

• He said it looked like a big balloon.

• He immediately ran outside to investigate.

What did Henry mean when he said "It's an aerostat!"?

• He was warning others about a danger.

• He was expressing his fear.

• He was identifying the object as a type of balloon.

• He was asking what an aerostat is.

Who were the first to follow Benny outside?

• Henry and Jessie.

• Jessie and Violet.

• Henry, Jessie, and Violet.

• Violet and Watch.

What did Henry instruct to do when he saw the balloon?

• To call for help.

• To take a photograph.

• To grab the ropes.

• To stay back and observe.

What did Jessie do when she thought someone might be hurt?

• She laughed.

• She ran away.

• She gasped and covered her eyes.

• She asked for help.

What did Henry do as the balloon was collapsing?

• He instructed everyone to hold on tight.

• He caught hold of a line at the balloon's crown.

• He tipped over the basket.

• He extended his hand to introduce himself.

How did the young man and woman react after crawling out of the basket?

• They were angry and upset.

• They were laughing.

• They were seriously injured.

• They asked for immediate assistance.

What is the name of the character who extended his hand and offered help?

• Jessie

• Violet

• Henry James Alden

• The young woman

What is the name of the woman who shook Henry's hand?

• Violet

• Benny

• Sky Blair

• Matt Farber