Despereaux's Journey Through Darkness

In this chapter, Despero finds himself in a dark, foul-smelling dungeon. Despite the overwhelming darkness, he resolves to be brave by recalling the words of the thread master. To comfort himself, he begins telling a story about a knight in shining armor. However, he is interrupted by a loud voice, which he assumes belongs to a large rat, causing him to faint. The chapter ends with a discussion on Despero's bravery and storytelling.

What does Despereaux long for while struggling in the darkness?

• His handkerchief.

• A flashlight.

• A friend.

• A map.

What does Despereaux consider doing as a response to the overwhelming situation?

• Fainting.

• Running away.

• Screaming.

• Crying.

What does Despereaux do first after realizing he is uninjured at the bottom of the dungeon?

• He starts climbing the steps.

• He checks for his belongings.

• He calls for help.

• He notices the foul smell.

How does Despereaux describe the darkness in the dungeon?

• As a physical presence.

• As a comforting blanket.

• As a gentle shadow.

• As a bright light.

What alarming thought does Despereaux have in the darkness?

• That he might be in a different world.

• That he might be dreaming.

• That he might not exist.

• That he might be lost forever.

What does Despereaux do to reassure himself of his existence?

• He calls out his name.

• He touches his tail.

• He pinches himself.

• He sings a song.

Why does Despereaux say 'perfidy' out loud?

• To express his anger.

• To scare away the rats.

• To hear his own voice.

• To call for help.

What does Despereaux hold onto in the darkness?

• A piece of cheese.

• His tail.

• A stick.

• A rope.

What words inspire Despereaux to be brave?

• Love, peace, and harmony.

• Power, fame, and fortune.

• Honor, courtesy, devotion, and bravery.

• Strength, courage, and wisdom.

What does Despereaux decide to be brave for?

• His family.

• The kingdom.

• The princess.

• His friends.