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Auckland’s Cat Burglar

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  • How do Helen’s neighbors feel about Leo’s stealing?
    They are angry and want him to stop
    They are scared and lock their doors
    They are tolerant, some even disappointed
  • What does “disappointed” mean?
    Happy because of a surprise
    Sad because something you hoped for didn’t happen
    Confused because you don’t understand
  • What expensive item did Leo steal?
    A $300 sweater
    A gold necklace
    A leather handbag
  • What does “to pinch” mean?
    To fix
    To clean
    To steal
  • What does “adrenaline junkie” mean?
    Someone who likes quiet & calm
    Someone who always wants to sleep
    Someone who enjoys risk and excitement
  • What does “security camera” mean?
    A device that records video for safety
    A phone that takes pictures
    A machine that washes clothes
  • What does “allergic” mean?
    Really enjoying something
    Feeling very hungry
    Body reacts badly, like sneezing or itching
  • Where does Leonardo da Pinchy live?
    London
    Auckland
    Sydney
  • What does “tolerant” mean?
    Refusing to listen to people
    Always wanting things perfect
    Accepting something without getting angry
  • How did one neighbor change her routine because of Leo?
    She stopped buying socks
    She moved to another neighborhood
    She dries clothes inside
  • How do people know Leo is stealing?
    He was caught on security cameras
    They saw him in a shop
    He left footprints at their houses
  • What does “peg” mean?
    Clip for holding clothes on a line
    Toy for children
    Tool for cutting wood
  • What does Helen think about Leo’s stealing?
    He is very hungry
    He is copying other cats
    He might be an adrenaline junkie
  • What does “cashmere” mean?
    Strong leather
    Soft, expensive wool
    Cheap cotton