Mrs. Frisby and the Sickness of Timothy

Mrs. Frisby, a field mouse, lives with her family in a garden. As winter makes food scarce, her son Timothy falls ill. Mrs. Frisby discovers a hidden food supply but is worried about Timothy's worsening condition. She decides to seek help from Mr. Ages for medicine.

Where does Mrs. Frisby and her family live during the winter?

• In a barn

• In a tree

• In a cinder block

• In a hole in the ground

What makes the Frisby family's winter home special?

• It is made of wood

• It has two spacious rooms

• It is located in a tree

• It is always warm

What does Mrs. Frisby find in the stump?

• A new home

• A hidden treasure

• A winter supply of food

• A family of squirrels

Why does Mrs. Frisby approach the stump cautiously?

• She is unsure who or what might be living in it

• She is worried about predators

• She is afraid of getting lost

• She is looking for a new home

What does Mrs. Frisby use to carry the corn kernels?

• A small basket

• A piece of cloth

• A folded corn husk

• A leaf

Who is the oldest of Mrs. Frisby's children?

• Theresa

• Timothy

• Cynthia

• Martin

What is Timothy's initial reaction to breakfast?

• He is excited

• He feels too sick to eat

• He is not hungry

• He wants to help prepare it

What symptom does Timothy exhibit that worries Mrs. Frisby?

• He is sneezing

• He has a headache

• He is coughing

• He has a high fever

What does Mrs. Frisby decide to do when Timothy's condition worsens?

• Take him to the doctor

• Move to a new home

• Seek help from Mr. Ages

• Give him more food

What does Timothy experience due to his high fever?

• He becomes very sleepy

• He has nightmares and becomes delirious

• He feels very cold

• He starts coughing