Understanding the Book 'Socks'

The video introduces a new chapter book, 'Socks' by Beverly Cleary, and provides an overview of the book's plot and themes. The teacher discusses the book's copyright and age, emphasizing the importance of understanding vocabulary through context. The first chapter, 'The Kitten Sale,' is read aloud, and students are given a homework assignment to draw or write about the characters.

Who is the author of the book 'Socks'?

• Beverly Cleary

• J.K. Rowling

• Roald Dahl

• Dr. Seuss

What is the main theme of the book 'Socks'?

• A mouse riding a motorcycle

• A dog's journey to find a home

• A cat feeling neglected after a baby arrives

• A cat's adventure in the wild

In what year was the book 'Socks' published?

• 1965

• 1990

• 1980

• 1973

What does the word 'affectionate' mean in the context of the story?

• Angry

• Caring

• Lazy

• Playful

What is the name of the girl trying to sell the kittens?

• Sarah

• Molly

• Emily

• Debbie

What does the word 'quarreled' mean?

• Played

• Argued

• Cried

• Laughed

What is Socks' reaction to being in the box with other kittens?

• He is content

• He wants to escape

• He is asleep

• He is eating

Why does Debbie want to keep Socks?

• He is the quietest

• He is the best kitten

• He is the smallest

• He is the loudest

Why are people not interested in buying the kittens?

• They are too expensive

• They are too young

• It's too hot

• It's too cold

What is the homework assignment given at the end of the session?

• Read the next chapter

• Write a story about Socks

• Draw a picture of Socks and Debbie

• Make a model of a kitten