Despereaux Quiz Review Week 31

What is the main characteristic that sets Despereaux apart from other mice?

• His large size

• His love for music and stories

• His fear of humans

• His dislike for cheese

Which theme is introduced in the early chapters of "The Tale of Despereaux"?

• The importance of wealth

• The power of love and courage

• The dangers of technology

• The value of silence

What event leads to Despereaux being sent to the dungeon?

• He steals food from the kitchen

• He talks to a human, Princess Pea

• He gets caught by a cat

• He breaks a rule by leaving the castle

What does the word "chiaroscuro" mean, as used in the book?

• A type of cheese

• A play of light and shadow

• A musical instrument

• A kind of dance

How does Despereaux's family react to his unusual behavior?

• They are proud of him

• They are embarrassed and ashamed

• They encourage him

• They ignore him

What prediction can be made about Despereaux's future based on his actions in the first 16 chapters?

• He will become a famous chef

• He will continue to break mouse rules

• He will leave the castle forever

• He will become a knight

Which character trait best describes Princess Pea?

• Cruel

• Brave

• Selfish

• Timid

What is the significance of Despereaux's large ears?

• They make him a better listener

• They help him run faster

• They are a sign of royalty

• They make him more fearful

What is the main setting of the story in the first 16 chapters?

• A forest

• A castle

• A village

• A ship

What does Despereaux's love for music symbolize in the story?

• His desire for adventure

• His connection to the human world

• His fear of the dark

• His need for food