Chapters 3 and 4
L Why is the barn described using smells?
L How does Wilbur like his new home?
L How does Wilbur enjoy his freedom at first?
L Trace the build-up of the chaos as they chase Wilbur – is it written effectively?
L How does Wilbur feel when he sees the rain? Why?
L How does Lurvy know something is wrong with Wilbur? Does he understand what is really wrong?
L Wilbur asks the goose, lamb and rat to play but they refuse unkindly. How does that make you feel for Wilbur?
L Read the cliffhanger at the end of the chapter – how is it effective?
