Question #2
Who was Mig named after?
Question #3
In chapter twenty–four, both of Mig's parents say the same thing to her at different times.
What do they say?
Question #4
Towards the end of chapter twenty–four, Kate DiCamillo addresses the reader directly. The author asks up to close our eyes and imagine something.
What are we asked to imagine?
Question #5
Look at the section of chapter twenty–four where Mig's father walks away from her. The author writes, the "…red tablecloth billowing out behind him…"
In this context, what does "billowing" mean?
Question #6
At the end of the chapter, the author writes that we must read on even if we are frightened. Kate DiCamillo writes, "Reader, it is your duty."
In this context, what does "duty" mean?
Question #7
Were there any events that weren't clear to you?
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A handful of cigarettes, a red tablecloth, and a hen
What is chapter twenty–four mainly about?
In chapter twenty–four, both of Mig's parents say the same thing to her at different times.
What do they say?
What are we asked to imagine?
In this context, what does "billowing" mean?
In this context, what does "duty" mean?