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Question #8

Look at the section near the end of chapter twenty–four where Bella's pain medication begins to kick in. Stephenie Meyer writes, "But I fought against the stupor weakly."

In this context, what is the definition of "stupor"?





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An Impasse

What is chapter twenty–four mainly about?

What do Renee and Charlie think happened to Bella?

What happened to James?

According to Edward, what was the worst part of what happened to Bella in the dance studio?

What is the main reason Bella gives Edward for why she wants to become a vampire?

Who believes that Bella will become a vampire eventually?

Chapter twenty–four is titled "An impasse." After Edward and Bella disagree about Bella becoming a vampire, Edward declares that they are at an "impasse".

In this context, what does "impasse" mean?

Look at the section near the end of chapter twenty–four where Bella's pain medication begins to kick in. Stephenie Meyer writes, "But I fought against the stupor weakly."

In this context, what is the definition of "stupor"?

Were there any events that weren't clear to you?

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Question #5

Look at the section of the epilogue where Alice dresses Bella for the prom. When Bella complains, the author writes, "…she reminded me that she didn't have any memories of being human, and asked me not to ruin her vicarious fun."

In this context, what does "vicarious" mean?





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Question #6

Look at the section of the epilogue where Bella recalls that Rosalie still seems to hate her. Stephenie Meyer writes, "…I shook my head to dispel the direction my thoughts had taken…"

In this context, what is the definition of "dispel"?