The Westing Game Due 4/22

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

Breadwinner DUE 4/15

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 DUE 4/15

Who do you think is the murderer and why? Use examples from the text to support your answer. In addition, once you have posted your reflection, you must respond to another group member's post. Do you agree or disagree with their notion of who the murderer is? Why or why not? In total, this will be worth five points

Bridge to Terabithia DUE 4/15

After he learns that May Belle has discovered Terabithia, Jess feels that "his life was delicate as a dandelion. One little puff from any direction, and it was blown to bits." How does this simile help us understand Jess, his life, and his feelings about Terabithia?

Leviathan DUE 4/22

Which side has the advantage in the war, the Clankers or the Beasties? Why or why not? Please include details from the text to support your theory. This must be a minimum of five sentences.

Breadwinner Due 4/8

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. Please make sure that this is a MINIMUM of five sentences and you have edited your post. This is worth five points.

Bridge to Terabithia Due 4/8

Jess comes to feel that "Leslie was more than his friend. She was his other, more exciting self-his way to Terabithia and all the worlds beyond" (p. 46). In your own words, what does this mean? This is worth five points.

Leviathan Due 4/8

How does the beginning of "Leviathan" parallel the true beginning of World War I? Was there really an Alek?

Mick Hart Due 4/8

Phoebe is the narrator of the book, how is this book "therapy" for her? What other things does she do to help her through her loss? Please edit your response for grammar and spelling errors. This is worth five points.