Sarah Plain and Tall Vocabulary

What does the word "prairie" mean?

• A large, mostly flat grassland with few trees

• A very smooth and slippery surface

• A soft crackling sound like dry leaves

• To make a low, humming sound like a bee

What does the word 'plain' mean in the context of 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• A flat, level area of land

• A simple and unadorned style

• A type of fabric

• A type of bird

Which word best describes Sarah's personality in 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Timid

• Outgoing

• Kind

• Rude

What is the main setting of 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A prairie farm

• A coastal town

What does the word 'tall' signify about Sarah in the book?

• Her height

• Her strength

• Her age

• Her wisdom

Which of the following is a synonym for 'prairie'?

• Desert

• Forest

• Grassland

• Mountain

What does the word 'dusk' mean as used in 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Midday

• Sunset

• Midnight

• Sunrise

What is the primary theme of 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Adventure

• Family and belonging

• Mystery

• War

What does the word 'whistle' mean in the context of the book?

• A musical instrument

• A sound made by blowing air

• A type of bird

• A type of wind

Which character trait best describes Papa in 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Impatient

• Loving

• Careless

• Greedy