Charlotte's Web

The questions inside

One per chapter, across all 13 chapters — every question is editable before you print.

1. Chapter 1: Why does Fern think it is unfair for her father to kill the runt pig, and what does her choice show about her character?
2. Chapter 2: How does Fern take care of Wilbur, and why do you think their bond becomes so strong?
3. Chapter 3: When Wilbur escapes from his pen, what does he seem to want, and what does he learn from the experience?
4. Chapter 4: Wilbur feels lonely in the barn. What details show his loneliness, and what advice would you give him?
5. Chapter 5: Charlotte says she is a true friend to Wilbur, even though she catches flies. How do you feel about Charlotte when you first meet her, and why?
6. Chapter 6: The chapter describes many things happening around the farm in summer. Which detail helps you picture the setting best, and what mood does it create?
7. Chapter 7: Wilbur learns some frightening news about his future. How does he react, and what does Charlotte promise to do?
8. Chapter 8: Why do Fern’s parents worry when she talks about the animals, and do you think they should believe her? Explain your thinking.
9. Chapter 9: Wilbur tries to spin a web like Charlotte. What does this scene teach you about trying something new?
10. Chapter 10: How does the rotten egg change what happens in the barn, and why is this event important to the story?
11. Chapter 11: When the words “Some Pig” appear in Charlotte’s web, how do the humans react? What does their reaction show about them?
12. Chapter 12: The animals hold a meeting to help Wilbur. What does this scene show about teamwork and friendship?
13. Chapter 13: Charlotte chooses new words for her web. Why do words matter so much in her plan to save Wilbur?

Example answers

Printed at the front of the booklet, so your reader can see what a strong answer looks like.

Chapter 2: How does Fern take care of Wilbur, and why do you think their bond becomes so strong?

Fern takes care of Wilbur by feeding him from a bottle and treating him like he is special. She spends time with him every day, so Wilbur learns to trust her. I think their bond becomes strong because Fern saves his life and shows him kindness when he is very small and helpless.

Chapter 7: Wilbur learns some frightening news about his future. How does he react, and what does Charlotte promise to do?

When Wilbur hears that he might be killed, he becomes terrified and upset. He cries because he does not want to die. Charlotte stays calm and promises that she will find a way to save him. This shows that she is a loyal friend who wants to help, even when the problem is very big.

Chapter 12: The animals hold a meeting to help Wilbur. What does this scene show about teamwork and friendship?

The meeting shows that the animals are willing to work together because they care about Wilbur. Each animal has a different role, and they share ideas to help Charlotte’s plan. I think this is a good example of friendship because they do not leave Wilbur to face his problem alone.