Esio Trot — Reading Guide

Discussion Questions

• Why does Mr Hoppy invent the magic spell instead of just telling Mrs Silver how he feels?
• Is Mr Hoppy's plan a trick or an act of kindness? Can it be both?
• Mrs Silver discovers the truth but is not angry. Why do you think she feels that way?
• This is one of Dahl's quietest, gentlest stories. How is it different from books like The Twits or Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?

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