Chapter 12: Peter’s First Battle Vocab Quiz

What is a kingfisher?

• A type of fish

• A brightly colored bird

• A kind of flower

• A large tent

Which animal is now commonly called a German shepherd?

• Kingfisher

• Thrush

• Alsatian

• Pavilion

What does the word "pavilion" refer to?

• A small bird

• A large, luxurious tent

• A type of dog

• A velvet cloth

What is a thrush?

• A large dog

• A brightly colored bird

• A small songbird

• A type of tent

What does the expression "win his spurs" mean?

• To buy new shoes

• To prove his skill and bravery

• To lose a competition

• To ride a horse

Which of the following best describes the expression "velvet them hold the claws in"?

• To hide one's strength or aggression

• To wear soft clothing

• To sharpen claws

• To catch a bird

If you saw a kingfisher by a river, what would you most likely notice about it?

• Its large size

• Its bright colors

• Its loud bark

• Its tent-like nest

Why might someone want to "win his spurs" in a story?

• To show off their new shoes

• To prove their skill and bravery

• To build a tent

• To sing a song

Which of the following would most likely be found at a festival or fair?

• Thrush

• Pavilion

• Alsatian

• Kingfisher

If someone is "velvet them hold the claws in," how are they behaving?

• Aggressively

• Gently, while hiding their true power

• Loudly

• Carelessly