The Jumbies

Multiple Choice and Long Answer questions create ideal opportunities for whole-text review, unit exam, or summative assessments.

Multiple Choice

1. What motivation do Corinne and Severine have in common?

A) They both believe that Jumbies are endangered by humans.

B) They both love Pierre and each wants the other to leave Pierre alone.

C) They both believe that they are fighting to protect their home and community.

D) They both need to learn how to balance power with compassion.

2. Which is the most accurate description of Corinne’s character?

A) Creative, artistic, and eccentric

B) Quiet, loyal, and nurturing

C) Logical, brave, and resourceful

D) Confident, outgoing, and comical

3. Which character’s perspective is not focused on during the story’s narrative?

A) Severine’s

B) Pierre’s

C) Mr. Frog’s

D) Dru’s

4. Which event most clearly demonstrates the danger of not believing in the power of magic?

A) Severine’s power over Pierre

B) The white witch’s refusal to help Corinne

C) The confrontation between the children and the douens

D) Dru becoming trapped by the nettles

5. Which is the most reasonable interpretation of Baptiste’s intentions in including the character of Mr. Frog?

A) His character shows that humans and jumbies must learn to live together.

B) His character shows how magic can be used to create balance.

C) His character shows the importance of self-acceptance.