1. Factual Questions

1. Who is Prince Pondicherry, and what unusual request did he make to Mr. Wonka?
2. How was the palace constructed? What materials were used for the walls, windows, and water?
3. What advice did Mr. Wonka give the prince about the palace after it was completed?
4. What happened to the palace when the weather turned hot?

2. Attention to Detail

1. What warning did Mr. Wonka give the prince, and how did the prince respond to it?
2. What was the state of the palace before it melted?
3. In which room was the prince when the palace began to melt?

3. Text Analysis

1. Why can the palace of Prince Pondicherry be seen as a symbol of wealth and vanity? Provide examples from the text.
2. What message do you think the author was trying to convey through this episode?

4. Working with the Text

1. Find and write down three phrases or words from the text that highlight the uniqueness of the chocolate palace.
2. Describe the prince’s reaction to the palace melting. What does it tell you about his character?

5. Creative Assignment

1. Imagine you were one of the prince’s servants inside the palace when it started melting. Write a short story (5–7 sentences) describing what you saw and how you reacted.

6. Reflection Questions

1. If you had a chocolate palace, what would you do to prevent it from melting?
2. What does this chapter reveal about Mr. Wonka’s personality and skills as an inventor?