The Mystery of the Missing Money: A Study Guide

Chapter 11

1. How did Bobby feel on Saturday, after the money disappeared, and what does he want to do now?

He felt terrible and wanted to find the thief.

2. Mr. Penny wanted to phone the police. Why didn't Bobby want this?

He felt responsible for losing the money and wanted to try and find it himself.

3. Why did Bobby think that [character name] stole the money?

Because he had round glasses and often had a pen behind his ear.

4. [Question missing]

Chapter 12

1. In Devon, what financial help did the project receive?

A tour bus company donated the transport, and the restaurants and shops in the area also gave money.

2. Why was Lisa worried?

Because the other teens were making so much money.

3. When the newspaper team won the trip to Paris, what was Helen's reaction?

The newspaper team worked a lot. [Incomplete sentence, needs further context]

4. What "prizes" did Bobby, Helen, and Lisa get?

• Helen appeared on TV and talked about Gregory and the fundraising project.
• Lisa and Helen were models for the new young clothes shop.
• Bobby was offered a job in the restaurant.

5. Why did Helen's parents give her a ticket to California?

They didn't want to go on holiday and stayed at home to prepare Gregory for year two. It was also a thank you to Helen for all her help with Gregory during the year, and they were really proud of her work on the fundraising project.