Chapters 1-3

Reading Check

1. Silversmith (Chapter 1 and various chapters)

2. A sugar basin (Chapter 1 and various chapters)

3. A silver cup (Chapter 1)

Short Answer

1. At the start of the novel, Johnny demonstrates his pride by bossing around Dove and Dusty. For example, he orders them to complete chores he considers beneath him and calls them insulting names. Johnny also disregards Mr. Lapham’s efforts to teach him to act more modestly. (Chapter 1 and various chapters)

2. Dove gives Johnny a cracked crucible. When the crucible collapses, molten silver burns Johnny’s right hand. As a result, Johnny’s career as a silversmith is over. (Chapter 2)

3. Rab is an apprentice at a printing office, and he helps Johnny by sharing some food with him. Johnny feels much better after sharing his story with Rab. Rab also offers Johnny a job delivering papers, but Johnny declines. (Chapter 3)

Chapters 4-6

Reading Check

1. Rab (Chapter 4)

2. Deliver papers (Chapter 5)

3. Goblin (Chapter 5)

Short Answer

1. Mr. Lyte accuses Johnny of stealing the silver cup with his family crest, and he asks the judge to give Johnny the death penalty.