The Cookie Lady

What is the main character’s real name?

• Bernard

• Ernie

• Bubber

• Ralf

Who is Mrs. Drew?

• Bernard’s teacher

• The old lady Bubber visits

• Bubber’s mother

• The mail carrier

What treat does Mrs. Drew usually offer Bernard?

• Cake

• Candy

• Cookies

• Ice cream

Who teases Bubber about visiting Mrs. Drew?

• Ralf

• Ernie Mill

• May Surle

• McVane

What school subject does Mrs. Drew first ask Bernard to read from?

• Principles of Arithmetic

• World Geography

• Hoyte’s Speller

• Trollope

Why does Bubber visit Mrs. Drew?

• To do chores

• For cookies and companionship

• To deliver newspapers

• To study

How does Bubber feel after visiting Mrs. Drew?

• Energetic

• Angry

• Tired

• Excited

What happens to Mrs. Drew as Bernard reads to her?

• She falls asleep

• She becomes younger

• She gets angry

• She disappears

Based on the story, which description best fits Mrs. Drew’s house?

• Modern and tidy

• Large and luxurious

• Shabby and overgrown

• Bright and cheerful

If Bernard stopped visiting Mrs. Drew, what would likely happen to her based on the story?

• She would become wealthier

• She would remain young

• She would become lonely and old again

• She would move away