Mr. Popper's Penguins: Key Concepts

Mr. Popper, a house painter fascinated by polar exploration, receives a penguin named Captain Cook from his hero, Admiral Drake. As the penguin family grows, Mr. Popper faces financial challenges and turns to training the penguins for a theater act. The act becomes a hit, leading to a national tour. However, a mix-up in New York results in chaos and Mr. Popper's arrest. Admiral Drake intervenes, offering Mr. Popper a choice between film opportunities and starting a penguin colony at the North Pole. Mr. Popper chooses the latter, joining Admiral Drake on a new adventure.

What is Mr. Popper's profession?

• A scientist

• A house painter

• A musician

• A writer

Who is Mr. Popper's hero?

• Admiral Drake

• Mrs. Popper

• Captain Cook

• Greta

What does Mr. Popper receive from Admiral Drake?

• A letter

• A map

• A penguin

• A book

What is the name of the first penguin Mr. Popper receives?

• Drake

• Greta

• Captain Cook

• Admiral

Why does Mr. Popper receive a second penguin?

• To train it for a circus

• To sell it

• To keep Captain Cook company

• To start a zoo

What does Greta do that causes the penguin family to grow?

• She builds a nest

• She invites other penguins

• She lays ten eggs

• She finds food

How does Mr. Popper plan to solve his financial problems?

• By selling the penguins

• By training the penguins for a theater act

• By writing a book

• By painting more houses

What role does Mrs. Popper play in the penguin act?

• She plays the piano

• She trains the penguins

• She designs costumes

• She sells tickets

What happens during the last stop of the tour in New York?

• Mr. Popper loses the penguins

• The show is canceled

• Mr. Popper goes to the wrong theater

• The penguins refuse to perform

Who helps Mr. Popper get released from jail?

• The theater manager

• Admiral Drake

• Captain Cook

• Mrs. Popper