| Themes/Lessons |
| #1 |
While learning calligraphy, what lesson(s) do Noah Gershom learn? (Name only 1) |
-To always give a little back (drops of ink), |
| #2 |
What do all the Souls learn/find? |
They can make bad situations into good one or KINDNESS |
| #3 |
What does Julian learn on his journey and teach the Souls? |
Every step is part of the journey, appreciate every step-it's about the journey, not the destination. |
| #4 |
How does Ethan show courage at the Sillington house? |
He gives a pink wrapped heart puzzle to the first tea party with the Souls at the Sillington House. |
| #5 |
N/A |
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| Chapters 5-7 |
| #1 |
What made Mrs. Olinski decide not to choose Ham for the team? |
He does things of malice, and he is not a risk taker (doesn't have 'chops') |
| #2 |
What effect does the SIllington house have on its visitors? |
The ability to voice your opinion, be open and comfort/kindness. |
| #3 |
How does mischief differ from pranks of malice? |
Mischeif is playful trouble, but malice is just mean and cold. |
| #4 |
What does the rope symbolize when the 6th graders all pull it out and place it where a medal would go? |
That even the underdogs can win, have faith in others, they are supporting them-other answers valid if given explanation. |
| #5 |
N/A |
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| Chapters 8-12 |
| #1 |
Why does Mr. SIngh use the sea voyage metaphor when describing the experiences of the Souls and Mrs. O? |
It made sense and Mr. SIngh knew a lot about the sea. |
| #2 |
Was Mrs. O complimenting or complaining about Julian when she said, 'Julian makes each mile of a journey of quarter inches.'? Explain your answer! |
Complimenting Julian, because Mrs. O means that Julian focuses on the details, and he enjoys the trip along the way to the destination. |
| #3 |
How did Mrs. O come to realize her prophecy that she would have tea again at the Sillington House> |
The Souls half invite Mrs. O, along with her half promise to herself that she;d go, making her whole and causing her to go. |
| #4 |
What had the kindness of the Souls done for Mrs. O that 'all the king's horses and all the king's men' could not do? |
They got Mrs. O 'back on her feet', and gave her confidence and trust. |
| #5 |
N/A |
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| Chapter 4 |
| #1 |
For what is the ivory monkey a metaphor? |
The Souls/the Souls helping Mrs. O 'stand on her own feet', also BALANCE. |
| #2 |
What made Mrs. O say 6th graders had changed? |
They now ask 'So What' instead of asking 'Now What' |
| #3 |
Define paraplegic. (Bonus 10 pts: How long did Mrs. Olinski think about what she'd say to her 1st 6th grade class?) |
Paraplegic: Impairment in motor or sensory function of the lower half (legs)/paralyzed from the waist down - Bonus: 10 years. |
| #4 |
How did Noah prove that The Souls were different from the other modern 6th graders? |
Noah and the Souls ask 'Now What', and have the courage to take what they learn and dig deeper to learn even more. |
| #5 |
N/A |
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| Other |
| #1 |
Why is the competition an academic competition and not an athletic competition? How does the focus on academics change up the familiar story of a triumphant underdog team? Explain with quotes. |
Multiple answers valid w/ explanatrion and/or supporting quotes. |
| #2 |
Why are the choices in The View from Saturday important? |
he View from Saturday reveals we don't always know why we make the choices we do and we're not the only ones making such choices. |
| #3 |
Who does The View from Saturday present as the wisest character? |
Mr. SIngh (other answers valid w/ explanation and quote) |
| #4 |
What does the puzzle represent? |
The puzzle, which all four of them put together, is like their weird, unexpected friendship. |
| #5 |
N/A |
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