Who was the first person to betray Crispin?
Cedric—a boy from Stromford who betrays Crispin when he is running away. Peregrine—the oldest woman in Stromford, who tries to protect Crispin. Orson Hrothgar (Bear)—a juggler/spy who befriends Crispin. A one-eyed man—a man who is teased by and later betrays Bear.
How does Crispin get away from Aycliffe men in Chapter 11?
John Aycliffe, who is among the men on the road, reminds everyone that the boy is a wolf’s head—an animal who can be killed without fear of repercussions. The men charge, and Crispin darts toward the mill. This lucky fall provides Crispin the chance he needs to escape.
Who is Crispin’s father?
Lord Furnival
Father Quinel – Friend to Crispin and his mother and a priest, murdered by John Aycliffe to hide that Crispin’s father is Lord Furnival.
Who is Crispin’s mother?
Asta
Asta – Crispin’s mother and the youngest daughter of Lord Douglas. Forced to live as a serf when Crispin was born out of wedlock by Lord Furnival.
Is Crispin the Cross of Lead a movie?
Here’s an entry in the “90-Second Newbery” Film Festival, presenting Crispin: The Cross of Lead, silent movie style. Watch an interview with Avi in which he talks about writing, reading, and his symptoms of dyslexia.
What did bear study for seven years in Crispin?
He wants to become a monk. After the seven years he wanted to become a soldier because he hates being a monk. Then he became a jester for ten years. What does Bear teach Crispin?
What happens Crispin?
It is about a young boy called Crispin, who is declared a fugitive by the steward of his village. He runs away and is hunted by the steward and his men. He meets a friend called Bear and travels with him to the city, where he learns the truth about himself and manages to win his freedom.
Who is crispins father?
Father Quinel – Friend to Crispin and his mother and a priest, murdered by John Aycliffe to hide that Crispin’s father is Lord Furnival.