Exploring The Sweetest Fig by Chris Van Allsburg

Mr. Bebo, a fussy dentist, meets an old woman who gives him figs that can make dreams come true. After eating one, he experiences a dream where he is in his underwear and the Eiffel Tower droops. Realizing the figs' power, he plans to use the second fig to become the richest man. However, his dog Marcel eats it, leading to an unexpected transformation where Bebo becomes the dog.

What profession does Mr. Bebo practice?

• Dentist

• Teacher

• Chef

• Veterinarian

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Why does Bebo initially refuse to help the old woman?

• She couldn't pay

• He was too busy

• She didn't have an appointment

• She was rude to him

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What does the old woman offer Bebo as payment?

• A book

• Magic figs

• A necklace

• Gold coins

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What does Bebo think of the old woman's gift initially?

• He is confused

• He is excited

• He is skeptical

• He is grateful

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What unusual event happens to Bebo after eating the fig?

• He finds himself in underwear in public

• He flies

• He turns invisible

• He becomes a dog

What does Bebo plan to do with the second fig?

• Save it for a special occasion

• Eat it immediately

• Use it to become rich

• Throw it away

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Who eats the second fig unexpectedly?

• Bebo

• Marcel

• A stranger

• No one

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What is Bebo's reaction to Marcel eating the fig?

• He is amused

• He is indifferent

• He is sad

• He is furious

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How does the story end for Bebo?

• He becomes the richest man

• He moves to another city

• He wakes up as Marcel

• He loses his job

What lesson does Bebo learn by the end of the story?

• None

• He should retire

• Magic is real

• To be kinder to Marcel

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