Understanding Flora and Ulysses' Characters

Mrs. Pacora reads from 'Flora and Ulysses,' introducing William Spiver, a boy with temporary blindness. The story unfolds with a discussion about a squirrel named Ulysses, who is believed to have superhero abilities. The characters plan a scientific adventure to release the squirrel, leading to a revelation about Ulysses' potential as a superhero.

What is the title of the novel being read by Mrs. Pacora?

• Flora and Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures

• The Adventures of Flora and Ulysses

• Flora and the Squirrel

• Ulysses: A Squirrel's Tale

How is William Spiver related to Tootie?

• He is her son

• He is her nephew

• He is her great-nephew

• He is her cousin

What condition does William Spiver claim to have?

• Night blindness

• Color blindness

• Temporary blindness induced by trauma

• Permanent blindness

What is Flora's mother's concern about Flora?

• She is too social

• She is too focused on school

• She spends too much time reading comics

• She doesn't like animals

What unusual smell does William Spiver detect?

• A cat

• A dog

• A squirrel

• A rabbit

What does Tootie plan to do with Ulysses?

• Return him to the wild

• Give him to Flora

• Take him to the vet

• Keep him as a pet

What does Flora initially believe about Ulysses?

• He is just a regular squirrel

• He is a superhero

• He is a pet

• He is a nuisance

What is the plan to prove Ulysses' abilities?

• Observe him in the wild

• Take him to a scientist

• Have him type on a computer

• Teach him tricks