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About This Passage
This passage shows Mr Fox happy and brave after a very close call. He hums a song while he closes the hole in the wall and then tells his friends it is time to go home to the feast. Roald Dahl chose short, cheerful sentences so young readers can hear Mr Fox's joy.
He was humming to himself as he put the bricks back in place. 'I can still taste that glorious cider,' he said. 'Now, home to the feast!'
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Discussion Questions
Narration Prompt
Tell the story of Chapter 17 in your own words. Start with Mr Fox, Badger, and the Smallest Fox closing up the hole in the wall. Tell what they find when they reach the feast room. Who is there? What do they eat? What does Mr Fox say about tomorrow?
Discussion Questions
- When Mr Fox gets home, Mrs Fox hugs him and says, 'My husband is a fantastic fox.' What in the story makes the word 'fantastic' feel true? How can you tell the other animals think so too?
- Mr Fox, Badger, and the Smallest Fox arrive with three jars of cider, and everyone cheers. Why do you think the other animals at the table feel so happy to see them? What in the story tells you that the animals have been waiting?
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Vocabulary Builder
Item 1
Making a soft, happy music sound with closed lips.
Item 2
A sweet drink made from apples.
Item 3
A big meal with lots of food shared with many people.
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