Understanding 'Wish Tree' Themes and Characters

The video covers chapters 9 to 13 of 'Wish Tree' by Katherine Applegate. It begins with Samar's wish for a friend, followed by the tree's reflections on its long life and the challenges it has faced. The tree observes Samar and Stephen's morning routine, and later, a boy carves into the tree's trunk. Bongo, the crow, reacts to the carving and discusses the upcoming wishing day.

Who is the author of the book 'Wish Tree'?

• Rick Riordan

• Suzanne Collins

• J.K. Rowling

• Katherine Applegate

What does Samar wish for?

• A pet

• A new house

• A friend

• A bicycle

How does the tree describe its life experiences?

• Mostly bad

• Mostly good

• Equally good and bad

• Neither good nor bad

What does the tree say about its age?

• It feels ancient

• It feels old

• It doesn't care

• It feels young

What does the boy use to carve into the tree?

• A pen

• A knife

• A chisel

• A screwdriver

How does the tree feel about being carved into?

• It doesn't mind

• It feels honored

• It feels indifferent

• It minds

What does the tree compare its bark to?

• A shield

• A wall

• A canvas

• A blanket

What is Bongo's reaction to the carving?

• Indifference

• Amusement

• Anger

• Sadness

What is the significance of Wishing Day?

• A day for cleaning the neighborhood

• A day for celebrating birthdays

• A day for making wishes

• A day for planting trees

What does Bongo suggest doing to the boy who carved the tree?

• Talk to him

• Make a deposit on his head

• Ignore him

• Steal his lunch