Maya's Magical Mehndi Journey — Questions and answers

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Why is Maya excited about the idea of going to the Shadowlands, even though Rohan thinks it's dangerous?

Choices

  1. She wants to find new dyes to create unique designs. ✓
  2. She wants to prove that the Shadowlands are not dangerous.
  3. She hopes to see the shadowy creatures Rohan described.
  4. She is eager to use her new sketching book there.

Answer: She wants to find new dyes to create unique designs.

From page 4

What does Grandmother Lila say they will need to find their way?

Choices

  1. A star compass ✓
  2. A magnifying glass
  3. Ancient Shadow Alphabet runes
  4. A legend of a mehndi artist

Answer: A star compass

From page 5

Why did Grandmother Lila tell Maya and Rohan to hurry and unlock the box?

Choices

  1. Because Shadow creatures are drawn to unsolved puzzles. ✓
  2. Because it was getting very late in the day.
  3. Because she wanted to see what was inside the box.
  4. Because they needed to leave for the Shadowlands immediately.

Answer: Because Shadow creatures are drawn to unsolved puzzles.

From page 6

What mehndi design did Maya remember that she thought might be the key to the box?

Choices

  1. A flower pattern with a five-pointed star in the center ✓
  2. The swirling mehndi patterns on her own face
  3. The strange symbols etched into the wooden box
  4. A pattern showing a starlight ship in the harbor

Answer: A flower pattern with a five-pointed star in the center

From page 7

What wise words did Grandmother Lila share with Maya and Rohan as they left?

Choices

  1. "Remember, the greatest treasures are the journeys we take together!" ✓
  2. "Be careful in the Shadowlands, it can be very dangerous!"
  3. "Don't forget to bring back many new dyes for my shop!"
  4. "The shimmering starlight ships will take you far away!"

Answer: "Remember, the greatest treasures are the journeys we take together!"

From page 10