Charlotte's Web Character Insights

In this chapter, Wilbur boasts about his ability to spin a web, prompting Charlotte to explain the complexity of spider anatomy. Wilbur attempts to spin a web but fails, realizing he lacks the necessary skills and anatomy. Charlotte offers wisdom and advice, highlighting the differences between spiders and other creatures. As evening falls, Wilbur reflects on life, death, and his love for the barn, while Charlotte reassures him of her plan to save him.

What is the main characteristic of a spider's web as described in the introduction?

• It is made of metal.

• It never gets torn.

• It is stronger than it looks.

• It is easily broken.

When does Charlotte prefer to do her weaving?

• Early morning

• Late afternoon

• Noon

• Midnight

How many sections does Charlotte say her legs have?

• Five

• Six

• Eight

• Seven

What does Wilbur boast about being able to do?

• Climb trees

• Spin a web

• Swim

• Fly

What does Templeton provide Wilbur for his second attempt?

• A rope

• A net

• A ladder

• A piece of string

What are the two things Charlotte says Wilbur lacks to spin a web?

• Spinnerets and know-how

• Strength and courage

• Friends and support

• Patience and time

What human construction does Charlotte compare to a spider's web?

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Queensboro Bridge

• The Great Wall of China

• The Golden Gate Bridge

What does Wilbur wish he could do in the evening?

• Swim in the river

• Climb mountains

• Search for beech nuts and truffles

• Run in the fields

What does Charlotte promise Wilbur?

• To teach him to spin a web

• To save him from being killed

• To introduce him to new friends

• To find him a new home

What advice does Charlotte give Wilbur to help with her plan?

• Learn to spin a web

• Get plenty of sleep and stop worrying

• Eat less

• Run faster