by Ann Bryant
a) Reliable and friendly
b) Independent and sophisticated
c) Calm and observant
d) Sensitive and shy
e) Affectionate and playful
Q2. What do you like to do in your spare time?
a) Go for long walks or bike rides
b) Go shopping or pamper yourself
c) Chill out with a book
d) Go swimming
e) Snuggle up on the sofa to watch a film
Q3. If someone starts an argument with you, how are you most likely to react?
a) Try to make friends again as quickly as possible
b) Fight back
c) Refuse to get involved
d) Feel anxious and unsure what to do
e) Run away!
Q4. What would be your ideal holiday?
a) An activity break full of fun and excitement
b) A week or two lazing on the beach
c) An intrepid jungle exploration
d) Snorkelling over reefs in blue seas
e) Escaping to the countryside with friends
Answers:
Mostly As = a dog – so active and so much fun!
Mostly Bs = a cat – just like Silver!
Mostly Cs = a lizard – unusual but rewarding.
Mostly Ds = a fish – so relaxing to watch.
Mostly Es = a rabbit – great for cuddles!
Don’t forget, there are lots of important things to consider when adopting a pet – it’s a big commitment, so your whole family has to agree. But if they do, caring for a furry (or feathery or scaly) friend can be fantastic!!
About the Author
Ann Bryant’s School Days
Who was your favourite teacher?
At primary it was Mr. Perks – we called him Perksy. I was in his class in Year Six, and most days he let me work on a play I was writing! At secondary, my fave teacher was Mrs. Rowe, simply because I loved her subject (French) and she was so young and pretty and slim and chic and it was great seeing what new clothes she’d be wearing.
What were your best and worst lessons?
My brain doesn’t process history, geography or science and I hated cookery, so those were my least favourite subjects. But I was good at English, music, French and PE, so I loved those. I also enjoyed art, although I was completely rubbish at it!
What was your school uniform like?
We had to wear a white shirt with a navy blue tie and sweater, and a navy skirt, but there was actually a wide variety of styles allowed – I was a very small person and liked pencil-thin skirts. We all rolled them over and over at the waist!
Did you take part in after-school activities?
Well I loved just hanging out with my friends, but most of all I loved ballet and went to extra classes in Manchester after school.
Did you have any pets while you were at school?
My parents weren’t animal lovers so we were only allowed a goldfish! But since I had my two daughters, we’ve had loads – two cats, two guinea pigs, two rabbits, two hamsters and two goldfish.
What was your most embarrassing moment?
When I was in Year Seven I had to play piano for assembly. It was April Fool’s Day and the piano wouldn’t work (it turned out that someone had put a book in the back). I couldn’t bring myself to stand up and investigate because that would draw attention to me, so I sat there with my hands on the keys wishing to die, until the Deputy Head came and rescued me!
To find about more about Ann Bryant, visit her website: www.annbryant.co.uk
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