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Why doesn't Mrs. Murry know the children are gone?
The Mrs. W's created a time tesser that will transport all of them back to earth five minutes before they originally left so that no one would even know they were gone.
Who has spent a lot of time working on the concept of a tesseract?
Meg's parents.
What is the significance of the quote provided by Mrs. Who, 'And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not'?
Charles Wallace recognizes the quote from Jesus and realizes He is fighting the darkness.
Why do the children have to go 'behind the shadow'?
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Who understands the concept of a tesseract completely?
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What mistakes did the Mrs. W's make that almost killed the children?
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What is the meaning of 'tesseract'?
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Where is the planet that they land after that?
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What part of the plot is happening now?
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According to Mrs. Whatsit, who has been fighting the darkness that has been attacking the earth for many years?
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What does the Happy Medium show the children in the crystal ball?
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Mrs. Whatsit tells Meg that they will be going to a 'planet that has given in.' What does that mean?
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Study Notes
Mrs. Murry and the Time Tesser
- Mrs. Murry is not aware the children are gone due to a "time tesser" made by the Mrs. Ws, allowing them to return five minutes before leaving, keeping their absence unnoticed.
Parental Influence
- Meg's parents have dedicated substantial time to understanding the complex concept of a tesseract.
Significance of Quote
- Charles Wallace recognizes a biblical quote from Jesus, indicating his understanding of the battle against darkness.
Mission Behind the Shadow
- The children must venture "behind the shadow" to rescue their father, who has been taken by the forces of darkness.
Tesseract Understanding
- Charles Wallace possesses a complete understanding of the tesseract concept, essential for their journey.
Missteps by Mrs. Ws
- A critical mistake made by the Mrs. Ws nearly endangers the children, as they arrive on a two-dimensional planet.
Definition of Tesseract
- A tesseract is the "wrinkling" of time and space, facilitating quick travel across vast distances and representing the fifth dimension.
Destination After the Mistake
- After the error, the group lands on a location situated on Orion's Belt.
Current Plot Development
- The narrative is currently in the Rising Action stage, where events intensify.
Historical Figures Fighting Darkness
- According to Mrs. Whatsit, notable figures such as Jesus, da Vinci, and Einstein have fought against the darkness threatening Earth.
Crystal Ball Revelation
- The Happy Medium reveals the darkness encroaching and attacking Earth through her crystal ball.
Context of the Planet's State
- Mrs. Whatsit informs Meg that they will visit a "planet that has given in," which implies total domination by darkness.
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Description
Test your knowledge on Chapter 5 of 'A Wrinkle In Time' with this quiz. Explore important concepts, character insights, and significant quotes that shape the narrative. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of this classic novel.
