Mirette on the High Wire

Why does Bellini tell Mirette it is not a good idea for her to learn the high wire?

• She could get hurt

• She wasn't old enough

• Once your start, your feet are never happy on the ground

• He didn't like Mirette

How does Mirette help Bellini get over his fear?

• She says "You can do it"

• She shouts "Go Bellini"

• She gives him a thumbs-up

• She reaches out her hand to him

What can you assume happens after the night Bellini walks the high wire again?

• Bellini stops performing

• Bellini and Mirette tour together

• Mirette takes over

• They stay at the boarding house

What were some of Mirette's chores? Select ALL that are correct.

• Washing linens

• Mopping floors

• Paring potatoes

• Chopping leeks

How long did it take Mirette to walk the wire without falling?

• day

• week

• month

• year

What does the word "boast" mean?

• to jump

• to brag

• to cry

• to whine

WHO owned the boarding house on English Street?

• Widow Gateau

• Mirette

• Bellini

• Nobody

Why do you think Mirette was sad when Bellini told her he was scared?

• She wanted him to teach her

• She was scared too

• She didn't want to become scared

• She wanted to be brave

What do you think "a retired high-wire walker" means?

• A person who juggles.

• A person who used to juggle.

• A person who walks on the high wire.

• A person who used to walk on the high wire.

Why did Mirettes feet tingle when she saw Bellini?

• She was scared.

• She wanted to get on the wire too.

• She was excited.