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Quiz about Owly The Way Home by Andy Runton

"Owly: The Way Home" by Andy Runton Quiz

A story of an unusual duo of an owl and a worm. Written by Andy Runton.

A multiple-choice quiz by Chloetrivia. Estimated time: 2 mins.

Author
Chloetrivia

Time
2 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
420,569

Updated
Mar 09 26

# Qns
10

Difficulty
New Game

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
14

Last 3 plays: Guest 105 (4/10), bernie73 (2/10), Strike121 (7/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In the beginning of the story why do the critters all run away from Owly? Hint

They don't like the way she smells.

They like to play tag.

They think she's a dragon.

Their intimated because she's an owl

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Question 2 of 10

2. Who does Owly save from drowning? Hint

A bird

A cricket

A ladybug

A worm

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is the worm's name? Hint

Scales

Squirmy

Wormy

Pinkie

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Question 4 of 10

4. Does Owly help the worm find his parents?

Yes

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Question 5 of 10

5. Why do Wormy's parents let him his stay with Owly? Hint

Because he wouldn't take no for an answer.

Because she could protect him from predators

Because they say friends should stick together

Because he's too old to stay with them.

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Question 6 of 10

6. What kind of bird are Tiny and Angel?

hummingbirds

eagles

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Question 7 of 10

7. What do Wormy and Owly do when they find out Tiny can't eat bird seed? Hint

They try feeding Tiny berries

They ask Tiny what he eats

They give Tiny bread

They grab a bird book for information

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Question 8 of 10

8. What two types of flowers do Owly and Wormy buy from Mrs Raccoon? Hint

Lantana and salvia

Sunflowers and daisies

Bee balm and trumpet vine

Zinnias and cardinal

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Question 9 of 10

9. Towards the end of the story, why do Angel and Tiny have to leave? Hint

Because the flowers are dying

Because they are bored of the town

Because they're looking for a lost friend

Because they don't want to throw a surprise party for Owly

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Question 10 of 10

10. What cheers Owly and Wormy up? Hint

They think the snow is pretty.

It's almost Christmas.

Tiny and Angel will return in the spring.

Halloween is approaching.

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In the beginning of the story why do the critters all run away from Owly?

Answer: Their intimated because she's an owl

Owly is a kind-hearted owl, who wants to help everyone she meets, but her good intentions are often misinterpreted due to her intimidating appearance, causing potential friends to flee.

2. Who does Owly save from drowning?

Answer: A worm

During a storm Owly hears a cry for help. She spots a worm drowning and saves him. She takes him home and gives him care.

3. What is the worm's name?

Answer: Wormy

He tells her his name is Wormy when Owly rescues him from drowning during a rainstorm.

4. Does Owly help the worm find his parents?

Answer: Yes

Yes! After being separated in the storm, Wormy needs help finding his parents. First, though, he needs a good sleep to get over his scare.

5. Why do Wormy's parents let him his stay with Owly?

Answer: Because they say friends should stick together

Although Wormy's parents were originally frightened by Owly and told him to stay away, they changed their minds after Wormy shared a heartfelt list of reasons why Owly is his friend.

6. What kind of bird are Tiny and Angel?

Answer: hummingbirds

Tiny and Angel are based off a real life bird called the ruby-throated hummingbird. Fun fact: the males are colorful having a red feathers on their throat while females don't.

7. What do Wormy and Owly do when they find out Tiny can't eat bird seed?

Answer: They grab a bird book for information

After being offered some bird seed, Tiny rejects it saying he can't eat it. He flies away before they can ask him what he does eat, so they look it up in a bird book. Hummingbirds eat nectar from flowers.

8. What two types of flowers do Owly and Wormy buy from Mrs Raccoon?

Answer: Lantana and salvia

Lantana and Salvia are brightly colored tubular flowers that are produce lots of nectar. Humming birds are attracted to them.

9. Towards the end of the story, why do Angel and Tiny have to leave?

Answer: Because the flowers are dying

The flowers start to die as it gets colder in October, so Angel and Tiny have to migrate somewhere where it's warmer and there are more nectar flowers to survive. This makes Owly and Wormy sad.

10. What cheers Owly and Wormy up?

Answer: Tiny and Angel will return in the spring.

Owly and Wormy read in a book that hummingbirds migrate in the winter but return to their homes in the spring.
This cheers them up and they eagerly prepare for Tiny and Angel's return.

Source: Author Chloetrivia

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