1 What happens to the volunteer who swallows four drops of the new invention? What is the name of the invention?
1 What happens to the volunteer who swallows four drops of the new invention? What is the name of the invention?
Explanation:
After ingesting four drops of the experimental product called Vita-Wonk, the volunteer experiences a remarkable transformation. The once youthful and energetic individual begins to rapidly age, with wrinkles and sagging skin appearing all over their body. Their hair also starts falling out, and they suddenly resemble a person of advanced age, around seventy-five years old.
It's important to note that this scenario is purely fictional and is likely from a work of literature or film. In reality, it is highly unethical and illegal to conduct experiments on human subjects without their informed consent, and any such experiments would be carefully regulated and monitored by ethical review boards.
2 Which trees are mentioned by Mr. Wonka in the story?
(i) According to Mr. Wonka, which tree has the longest lifespan?
(ii) How many years does this tree live for, and where can it be found?
2 Which trees are mentioned by Mr. Wonka in the story?
(i) According to Mr. Wonka, which tree has the longest lifespan?
(ii) How many years does this tree live for, and where can it be found?
Explanation:
(i) Mr. Wonka mentions the Douglas Fir, Oak, and Bristlecone Pine trees in the story. He says that the Bristlecone Pine tree lives the longest.
(ii) The Bristlecone Pine tree can live for over 4,000 years and is typically found on the slopes of Wheeler Peak in Nevada, United States.
3 Can you recall how many of the oldest living things Mr. Wonka mentions in his list? Do you think all of these items exist, or are some of them purely fictional?
3 Can you recall how many of the oldest living things Mr. Wonka mentions in his list? Do you think all of these items exist, or are some of them purely fictional?
Explanation:
Mr. Wonka provides a lengthy list of the oldest living things in the story, making it challenging to recall all of them. However, some of the items that I remember include a pint of sap from a 4,000-year-old Bristlecone Pine, an egg laid by a 200-year-old tortoise, the tail of a 51-year-old horse in Arabia, the tail of a 207-year-old giant rat from Tibet, and the knucklebones of a 700-year-old Cattaloo from Peru. While some of these items may be real, I believe that some of them are purely fictional.
4 Why does Mr. Wonka collect items from the oldest living things, and do you think this is a suitable approach for beginning his invention?
4 Why does Mr. Wonka collect items from the oldest living things, and do you think this is a suitable approach for beginning his invention?
Explanation:
Mr. Wonka collects items from the oldest living things because he wants his invention to promote longevity. I believe this is a suitable approach to start his invention because he is utilizing materials from the oldest and most resilient living things on the planet.
5 What does a negative age represent and is it possible for someone to have a negative age?
5 What does a negative age represent and is it possible for someone to have a negative age?
Explanation:
It is not possible for someone's age to be a negative number in real life. The concept of negative age is only applicable in fiction or hypothetical scenarios. For instance, a character in a book or movie may age backward, resulting in a negative age.
6 Mr. Wonka begins by asking himself two questions. What are they?
(i) What is
(ii) What lives
6 Mr. Wonka begins by asking himself two questions. What are they?
(i) What is
(ii) What lives
Explanation:
At the beginning of the story, Mr. Wonka poses two questions to himself. These questions are:
(i) What is the oldest thing in the world that is still alive?
(ii) What is the one thing that lives longer than anything else?
7 (i) Make a list of the trees Mr. Wonka mentions. Where do these trees grow? Try to find out from an encyclopedia. Write a short paragraph about two or three of these trees.
(ii) Name some large trees commonly found in your area. Find out something about them (How old are they? Who planted them? Do birds eat their fruit?) and write two or three sentences about each one of them.
7 (i) Make a list of the trees Mr. Wonka mentions. Where do these trees grow? Try to find out from an encyclopedia. Write a short paragraph about two or three of these trees.
(ii) Name some large trees commonly found in your area. Find out something about them (How old are they? Who planted them? Do birds eat their fruit?) and write two or three sentences about each one of them.
Explanation:
(i) Mr. Wonka mentions several trees in the story, including licorice trees, candy cane trees, and sugar almond trees. Licorice trees grow in warm climates, such as in the Mediterranean and Southwest Asia, and are known for their black, sweet roots that can be used to make candy and other treats. Candy cane trees are fictional, but they are commonly associated with Christmas and candy canes. Sugar almond trees are also fictional, but they likely produce almonds that taste like sugar.
(ii) In my area, there are several large trees commonly found, such as oak, maple, and pine trees. Oak trees can live up to 1,000 years and are often planted for their beauty and shade. Maple trees are known for their stunning fall foliage and can live up to 300 years. Pine trees are evergreens and can live up to 1,000 years as well. Birds often eat the seeds of these trees, helping to disperse them and promote their growth.
8 Find out something interesting about age, or growing old, and write a paragraph about it. Following are a few topics, suggested as examples.
The age profile of a country’s population–does it have more young people than old people, or vice versa? What are the consequences of this?
How can we tell how old a tree, a horse, or a rock is?
What is the ‘life expectancy’ of various living things, and various populations (how long can they reasonably expect to live)?
8 Find out something interesting about age, or growing old, and write a paragraph about it. Following are a few topics, suggested as examples.
The age profile of a country’s population–does it have more young people than old people, or vice versa? What are the consequences of this?
How can we tell how old a tree, a horse, or a rock is?
What is the ‘life expectancy’ of various living things, and various populations (how long can they reasonably expect to live)?
Explanation:
The age profile of a country's population can have significant implications for its development and economy. If a country has a higher proportion of young people, it can benefit from a larger workforce, which can drive economic growth and innovation. However, it can also result in higher demand for resources, such as education and healthcare. Conversely, if a country has a higher proportion of elderly people, it can strain the healthcare and pension systems, but it may also benefit from a more experienced workforce. Advances in medical technology have led to longer life expectancies, which can impact the age profile of a country's population. It is essential for policymakers to consider the age profile of their country's population when planning for the future.
9 Why was Dad confident that he wouldn't fall while climbing the tree?
9 Why was Dad confident that he wouldn't fall while climbing the tree?
Explanation:
Dad had confidence in his climbing skills, which is why he was sure that he wouldn't fall.
10 Which lines from the poem best expresses Dad's self-confidence?
10 Which lines from the poem best expresses Dad's self-confidence?
Explanation:
The line that expresses Dad's self-confidence the best is: "A climber like me? / Child's play, this is!"
11 Describe the consequences of Plan A.
11 Describe the consequences of Plan A.
Explanation:
Plan A was to climb the tree with the help of a ladder. However, the ladder fell, and Dad landed on the flower bed, unable to climb the tree.
12 Although Plan C was successful, what went wrong in the end?
12 Although Plan C was successful, what went wrong in the end?
Explanation:
Dad's Plan C was successful as he was able to climb the garden wall. However, he landed on the cat and got stuck in the tree as a result.
13 Which phrases from the poem expresses the cat's happiness at being on the ground?
13 Which phrases from the poem expresses the cat's happiness at being on the ground?
Explanation:
The phrase that expresses the cat's happiness is: "Pleased as Punch to be/safe and sound."
14 Describe the situation between the cat and Dad at the beginning and end of the poem.
14 Describe the situation between the cat and Dad at the beginning and end of the poem.
Explanation:
At the beginning of the poem, the cat was stuck up in the tree, while Dad stood on the ground confidently. However, at the end of the poem, Dad was stuck up in the tree, and the cat was safely on the ground, smiling and smirking.
15 Why and when did Dad say each of the following?
(i) Fail?
(ii) Never mind
(iii)Funny joke
(iv) Rubbish
15 Why and when did Dad say each of the following?
(i) Fail?
(ii) Never mind
(iii)Funny joke
(iv) Rubbish
Explanation:
(i) "Fail" - Dad may have used this word to express disappointment or frustration when something did not go as planned.
(ii) "Never mind" - Dad may have used this phrase to dismiss something that was not important or to try to calm someone down.
(iii) "Funny joke" - Dad may have said this in response to a humorous comment or situation.
(iv) "Rubbish" - Dad may have used this word to express disagreement or disapproval of something.
16 Do you find the poem humorous? Read aloud lines which make you laugh.
16 Do you find the poem humorous? Read aloud lines which make you laugh.
Explanation:
Yes, I actually found this very humorous. Here are some lines from the poem that could be considered humorous:
"The cat gave a yell and sprang to the ground,
Pleased as punch to be Safe and sound."
"But poor old Dad’s Still Stuck Up The / Tree!"
