Mrs. Frisby Due 3/4

What literary device is used throughout this book? Explain how it is used and give specific examples from the text. This must be a minimum of five sentences and is worth five points.

Murder on the Orient Express Due 3/4

Hercule Poirot is one of the most famous literary characters. What do you think of him? Use examples from the text to support your answer. This will be worth five points.

Thief Lord Due 3/4

Ah Venice, the city of canals, narrow allies, grand palaces, masks, mysteries and a plethora of bridges. How does the setting of the story in Venice affect the adventures of Bo and Prosper? Use examples from the text to support your answer.

Westing Game Due 3/4

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 11/19

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?

Sideways Stories from Wayside School... Due 11/19

Mrs. Gorf turned naughty students into apples. Mrs. Jewls wrote their name on the board and then sent them home early on the kindergarten bus. If you were a teacher, what would your punishment be? It is okay to have fun with this question. This is worth five points.

Red Pyramid Due 11/19

On page 225, one of the characters changes into another creature. Please write your own version of this and post to the blog. In order to receive full credit , you must use descriptive language and really embody the animal you choose. Have fun with this!