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Who are the main characters in A Wrinkle in Time?
Who are the main characters in A Wrinkle in Time?
Meg Murry, Charles Wallace Murry, and Calvin O'Keefe
What awards did A Wrinkle in Time win?
What awards did A Wrinkle in Time win?
Newbery Medal, Sequoyah Book Award, Lewis Carroll Shelf Award
What is the main conflict in A Wrinkle in Time?
What is the main conflict in A Wrinkle in Time?
The characters' endeavor to rescue the Murrys' father and fight back The Black Thing that has intruded into several worlds
When was A Wrinkle in Time first published?
When was A Wrinkle in Time first published?
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What is the theme of A Wrinkle in Time?
What is the theme of A Wrinkle in Time?
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Study Notes
A Wrinkle in Time Novel
- A young adult science fantasy novel written by American author Madeleine L'Engle
- First published in 1962, winning several awards, including the Newbery Medal, Sequoyah Book Award, and Lewis Carroll Shelf Award
Plot and Characters
- Main characters: Meg Murry, Charles Wallace Murry, and Calvin O'Keefe
- Journey through space and time, from galaxy to galaxy, to rescue Meg and Charles's father and fight against The Black Thing
- The Black Thing has intruded into several worlds, symbolizing darkness and evil
Themes and Symbolism
- Explores the war between light and darkness, good and evil
- Themes of spirituality, purpose, love, divinity, and goodness
- Characters' maturation from childhood to adolescence on their journey
Series and Author's Background
- First book in L'Engle's Time Quintet, following the Murry family and O'Keefe
- L'Engle modeled the Murry family on her own family
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Test your knowledge of "A Wrinkle in Time" with this quiz! Explore the adventures of Meg, Charles Wallace, and Calvin as they journey through space and time in this classic young adult science fantasy novel by Madeleine L'Engle.