Bridge to Terabithia: Chapters 10

Monday, January 4, 2010

Chapters 10 - 13 Part 1

Read chapters 10 - 13. Then as a group respond to the following question.

Review the following vocabulary before you read.
VOCABULARY PREVIEW

flank n. animal’s side
intently adv. with concentration
leaden adj. heavy, like lead
piteously adv. in a way that arouses pity; pathetically
procession n. parade
relentlessly adv. without stopping
solemn adj. very serious
traitorous adj. betraying trust

1. Summarize what happens on the “perfect day” described in chapter 10. What
makes the day so perfect for Jess? What news does Jess learn when he gets home?

2. How does Jess react to this news? Describe the stages he goes through as he tries
to deal with what has happened.

3. What does Jess do after the Burkes move away? Why do you think he does this?

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