Flora and Ulysses Character Insights

Mrs. Pacora reads from 'Flora and Ulysses,' focusing on Flora's realization of her mother's role as an arch-nemesis and Ulysses' challenges as a superhero squirrel. The story unfolds with humor and tension as Flora and her friends navigate their adventures.

What is the main problem Flora's mother discusses with Flora's father?

• Flora's friendship with William Spiver

• Flora's dislike for poetry

• Flora's grades in school

• Flora's attachment to a squirrel

How does Flora's mother suggest dealing with the squirrel?

• Taking it to a vet

• Releasing it into the wild

• Keeping it as a pet

• Putting it out of its misery

What realization does Flora come to about Ulysses and Phyllis Buckman?

• Ulysses is just a regular squirrel

• Phyllis Buckman is a kind person

• Phyllis Buckman is Ulysses' friend

• Ulysses is a superhero and Phyllis is his arch-nemesis

What has Ulysses experienced in his past?

• A peaceful life in the forest

• Being stalked and attacked by various threats

• Living in a zoo

• Being a pet in a loving home

What does Flora reassure Ulysses about?

• His friendship with William Spiver

• His ability to fly

• His superhero status

• His love for poetry

What is Flora's emotional state as they prepare to leave?

• Calm and relaxed

• Overwhelmed and confused

• Excited and happy

• Angry and resentful

What does Flora contemplate about the people around her?

• Their intelligence and wisdom

• Their confusing and unpredictable nature

• Their love for animals

• Their kindness and support

What does William Spiver want to do when he approaches the car?

• Discuss his thoughts with Flora

• Recite poetry to Ulysses

• Apologize to Flora

• Ask Flora to join him on an adventure

What does Tootie do before Flora and her father leave?

• Warns Flora about the arch-nemesis

• Asks Flora to stay

• Recites poetry to Ulysses

• Gives Flora a gift