A Wrinkle in Time - Main Plot Events

Study Notes

Main Character Events

Meg's father has gone missing, leading to her struggle to fit in at school.
Introduces themes of family, belonging, and the search for identity.

Mrs Whatsit's Introduction

Mrs Whatsit arrives at the Murry home during a storm, discussing the concept of a tesseract, a key element in space travel.
This event sets the stage for the journey into the universe.

The Haunted House Encounter

Meg, Calvin, and Charles Wallace visit a supposedly haunted house where they meet Mrs Who, another mysterious character.
This encounter highlights their growing involvement in the adventure beyond Earth.

Arrival on Uriel

The group, consisting of Mrs Whatsit, Mrs Who, Mrs Which, Calvin, Charles Wallace, and Meg, travels to the beautiful planet Uriel.
Represents the transition from Earth into the larger cosmic conflict.

Visit to the Happy Medium

They venture to a two-dimensional planet and later meet the Happy Medium in Orion, who shows them the looming threat of the Dark Thing.
The Dark Thing symbolizes evil and darkness in the universe.

Journey to Camazotz

Arrival on the oppressive planet Camazotz, where conformity reigns and individuality is suppressed.
Sets up a crucial conflict as they explore the dangers of a controlled society.

Charles Wallace Hypnosis

Charles Wallace falls under the influence of the Man with the Red Eyes, losing his autonomy to the evil controlling force.
This moment escalates the stakes for Meg and her friends.

Rescue of Mr. Murry

Mr. Murry is liberated from IT, a force representing darkness, and transports himself along with Calvin and Meg to Ixchel.
The rescue signifies a pivotal turn in their quest.

Healing by Aunt Beast

Aunt Beast tends to Meg, healing her both physically and emotionally after the intense challenges faced.
This emphasizes the importance of support and care among allies.

Meg's Redemption

Meg returns to Camazotz to save Charles Wallace, using the power of her love to defeat IT.
Demonstrates the strength of love and connection in overcoming darkness.

Return to Earth

The group tessers back to Earth, landing in the twins' vegetable garden, marking a physical return from their cosmic journey.
Reflects on the theme of homecoming after growth and adventure.

Joyful Reunion

The family joyfully reunites, symbolizing the strengthening of familial bonds.
Brief appearance of the three Mrs Ws highlights the ongoing nature of adventure in the universe.

Description

This quiz covers the main plot events from the book 'A Wrinkle in Time'. Test your knowledge on key moments such as Meg's family dynamics, introductions to mysterious characters, and adventures through a tesseract. Perfect for fans of the story and students alike!