Quiz on James and the Giant Peach Chapters 18 and 19

Why do you think sharks, which are carnivores, are interested in eating the peach?

• They're curious about the taste

• They're attracted to its massive size

• Because it's floating in their territory

• They mistake it for a giant fish

Why do the insects turn to James whenever there is a problem?

• Because James has shown to be clever

• Because James is the oldest

• Because James is the captain of the peach

• Because James is the biggest among them

What is the main reason the peach started floating in the sea?

• It was thrown into the sea by a giant

• A strong current and high wind carried it away

• It magically started floating

• It was part of a scientific experiment

What is the earthworm's initial reaction to their situation?

• Excitement

• Confusion

• Gloominess

• Happiness

What solution does James propose to avoid starvation?

• Swimming to land

• Eating the peach

• Calling for help

• Fishing in the sea

How do the characters feel after realizing they can eat the peach?

• Angry

• Indifferent

• Happy

• Worried

What is the centipede's reaction to eating the peach?

• He dislikes it

• He finds it too sweet

• He loves it

• He is allergic to it

What do the sharks do when they find the peach?

• Swim away

• Start attacking it

• Sing a song

• Ignore it

What is the earthworm's biggest fear about the sharks?

• Not being able to see them

• Being ignored

• Being the first to be eaten

• Falling off the peach

What does James ask everyone to do when faced with the shark problem?

• Panic

• Start eating the peach faster

• Think of a solution

• Jump into the sea