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1
Q

Polly’s sister, Patricia, is just about perfect in every way but one. What is her poor attribute?

A

She is mean to Polly on a regular basis.

2
Q

Polly’s brother, Freddy, is very popular. On what previous occasion did it not rain?

A

On the day Freddy was born.

3
Q

What “seems” to have caused the rain on Mondays to stop?

A

Freddy has become very ill.

4
Q

How old is Polly?

A

11

5
Q

Who is her arch enemy at school?

A

Jennifer Jong is her arch enemy.

6
Q

What unusual feature does Polly have?

A

She has a crooked index finger.

7
Q

Polly’s mother is Christina. In her view, what should everyone be engaged in?

A

Work

8
Q

Who is Polly’s best friend?

A

Harry, a rhubarb plant.

9
Q

Who is the boy who is new to the farm? Is he a relative?

A

Basford. He is the godson of Beatrice, who lives and works on the family farm.

10
Q

Why does Aunt Edith want to sell the farm

A

Aunt Edith feels confined by the farm. She wants to use other talents to do other things.

11
Q

What is the secret to the weekly rain?

A

A woman in the family with a crooked finger has the power to create a cloud which will bring rain.

12
Q

What does it mean to Polly and to Edith to find fulfillment in life?

A

Edith wants to use other talents in other places; Polly wants to remain a faithful member of the family business and friend to the unusual inhabitants.