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Chapter 1

What is the main idea of this chapter?

Mrs. May was some kind of "relation" to Kate.

What does the word "relation" mean in this context?

What would Mrs. May teach Kate before tea–time?

Where did Kate leave the hook she was using in her lessons with Mrs. May?

What did Mrs. May say a hat pin could be used for?

Mrs. May threw a "startled" glance at Kate.

What does the word "startled" mean in this context?

Which family member told Mrs. May' about the Borrowers?

Mr. May mentioned that the Borrowers could be "conceited" at times.

What does the word "conceited" mean in this context?

What could have caused the Borrowers to become very small over time?

What types of houses do the Borrowers like to live in?

Were there any events that weren't clear to you?