Horton Hatches the Egg Quiz

Why does Maisy want Horton to sit on her egg?

• She is tired and wants to play.

• She is looking for a new nest.

• She is afraid of the egg hatching.

• She wants to find food.

What does Horton do when faced with a terrible storm?

• He builds a shelter.

• He calls for help.

• He continues to sit on the egg.

• He leaves the nest.

How do Horton's friends react to him sitting on the egg?

• They ignore him.

• They mock him.

• They join him.

• They help him.

What do the hunters decide to do with Horton?

• Release him back into the wild.

• Keep him as a pet.

• Capture him for a circus.

• Sell him to a zoo.

What is Horton's experience during the circus journey?

• He enjoys the attention.

• He becomes sadder.

• He makes new friends.

• He escapes the circus.

What does Maisy do when she sees the circus?

• She ignores it.

• She decides to join the circus.

• She decides to visit the show.

• She flies away.

What happens when the egg finally hatches?

• The egg is empty.

• A creature with features of both an elephant and a bird emerges.

• A regular bird emerges.

• A new egg appears.

How do the people react to the hatching of the egg?

• They are indifferent.

• They are confused.

• They are disappointed.

• They are amazed and cheer.

What lesson does Horton's story teach?

• The benefits of being lazy.

• The importance of taking breaks.

• The value of faithfulness and commitment.

• The need to avoid responsibility.

What is the final outcome for Horton?

• He returns to the jungle.

• He remains in the circus.

• He is sent home happily.

• He is left alone.