Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Mysterious Benedict Society

Do you think Mr. Curtain is good or bad? Give examples from the text to support your answer.

The Breadwinner

Who do you think the woman in the window is? Why do you think Deborah Ellis included her in the book? Use text examples to support your answer, this is worth five points.

The Westing Game

Why do you think Sam Westing did what he did? What was his motive? Use examples from the text to support your answer.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Mysterious Benedict

Each child in the "Mysterious Benedict Society" has their own special talents, give examples of how these talents have been utilized through out the book. Use specific examples to support your answer.

Monday, September 13, 2010

Red Pyramid

Why is the Rosetta Stone such an important part of Egyptian history? What is its role in the novel. You may have to read up a little bit on the Rosetta Stone to ensure that you get full credit.

The Breadwinner

Why do you think Shauzia talks so much about France? Do you think her dreams are realistic? Use text examples to support your answer. This is worth five points.

Westing Game

Has your prediction of who the murderer is changed? If so, who do you think it is now?
Also, have the clues been helpful or have they made it more confusing? Use examples from the text to support your answer. This is worth five points.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Holes

Life in Camp Green Lake is difficult to say the least. What is a typical day like? How does Stanley survive in such harsh conditions? Use examples from the text to support your answer.

The Westing Game

Okay....so you might hate me for making you stop reading! Who do you think the murderer is now? Use information from the text to support your answer. This is worth five points.

The Mysterious Benedict Society

Why is the "Emergency" so important? How does it affect the story? Use examples from the test to support your answer. This is worth five points.

Breadwinner

Parvana has a completely different life that you. What are some of the more substantial differences? Use examples from the text to support your answer. This will be worth five points.