Emily and the Whale Adventure

In this video, Emily writes letters to Mr. Blueberry about a whale she believes is in her pond. Mr. Blueberry explains that whales live in saltwater and are migratory. Despite his advice, Emily continues to believe in her whale, named Arthur. Eventually, Arthur leaves, and Emily is encouraged to study whales in the future. The story concludes with Emily seeing Arthur at the beach, affirming her belief.

What does Emily ask Mr. Blueberry in her first letter?

• Information about whales

• Advice on feeding fish

• Permission to keep a whale

• Details about saltwater ponds

Why does Mr. Blueberry believe Emily did not see a whale?

• Whales are too big for ponds

• Whales live in saltwater, not ponds

• Whales are migratory

• Whales do not smile

What does Emily do to make the pond more suitable for the whale?

• Builds a bigger pond

• Cleans the pond daily

• Feeds the whale shrimp

• Adds salt to the pond

What does Mr. Blueberry suggest the creature in Emily's pond might be?

• A baby whale

• A small dolphin

• A blue goldfish

• A large fish

What name does Emily give to the whale?

• Whaley

• Arthur

• Blue

• Splash

Why does Mr. Blueberry insist that a whale cannot live in Emily's pond?

• Whales need a lot of space

• Whales are migratory

• Whales eat a lot of food

• Whales need saltwater

How does Emily feel when Arthur leaves the pond?

• Sad

• Happy

• Excited

• Angry

What does Mr. Blueberry suggest Emily might do when she is older?

• Become a marine biologist

• Travel the world

• Write books about whales

• Keep a pet whale

Where does Emily see Arthur again?

• In the pond

• At the beach

• In a river

• In a lake

What does Emily give Arthur at the beach?

• Breadcrumbs

• A sandwich

• Shrimp

• Cornflakes