Questions and Answers
What does the word 'agenda' mean?
What does 'distinct' mean?
Clearly different; clearly noticed
What does 'abandon' mean?
To leave behind
What does 'conceive' mean?
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What does 'pumped' mean in the context of Sal being excited?
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What does Mrs. Winterbottom's blackberry pie remind Sal of?
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What does 'awful' mean in relation to Phoebe's theory about Mrs. Cadaver's husband?
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What does the figurative language 'a damsel in distress' mean?
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Did Gramps help the woman at the rest stop with her broken car?
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How many people are in Phoebe's family?
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Whom does the Winterbottom family remind Sal of?
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What character trait describes Mr. Winterbottom?
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Is Mrs. Winterbottom a happy homemaker from Sal's point of view?
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What does 'prim and proper' mean in relation to Prudence Winterbottom?
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What does Sal tell Phoebe about Mr. Cadaver?
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Who was Sal's role model?
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Whose footsteps are Gramps and Gram recreating on their trip?
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Why does Phoebe go around the house to make sure all the doors and windows are locked?
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What does the word 'lunatic' mean?
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What is the capital of Idaho?
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What is the capital of Kentucky?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary and Definitions
- Agenda: A plan of action or purpose guiding someone's behaviors or activities.
- Distinct: Clearly identifiable due to differences; easily noticed.
- Abandon: To leave something or someone behind, often when it's dwelling or being cared for.
- Conceive: The act of forming an idea or imagining something.
- Pumped: A term used to express excitement or enthusiasm.
- Awful: Describes something that is bad or terrible; often evokes strong negative feelings.
- Damsel in Distress: A figurative expression referring to a young woman who is in trouble and needs saving.
- Prim and Proper: Behavior that is formal and correct; shocked by rudeness or informalities.
- Lunatic: A colloquial term for someone who is perceived as crazy or irrational.
Character Insights
- Sal feels excitement when she can avoid Mrs. Cadaver's house, indicating her anxiety around the character.
- Mrs. Winterbottom’s blackberry pie reminds Sal of her mother, emphasizing nostalgia for her family’s past.
- Phoebe theorizes negatively about Mr. Cadaver’s fate due to her fears and suspicions, showcasing her imaginative mind.
- Sal's role model is her mother, highlighting her admiration for her and the influence her mother has on her life.
- The Winterbottom family consists of four members: Phoebe, her sister Prudence, and their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Winterbottom.
Family Dynamics
- Sal’s comparison of the Winterbottoms to her grandparents highlights her longing for connection and family history.
- Mr. Winterbottom is characterized as a hard worker and creative, indicating his diligent nature and resourcefulness.
- Sal perceives Mrs. Winterbottom as an unhappy homemaker, suggesting a contrast between her and her role model, her mother.
Plot Elements
- Gramps and Gram recreate Sal's mother's journey to Idaho, hinting at the importance of family legacies and personal histories.
- Phoebe’s behavior of locking doors and windows reveals her fears and the significance of safety in her home life.
Geographic References
- Various U.S. states mentioned include Idaho, Kentucky, Ohio, Wyoming, and Wisconsin, which form part of Sal's journey and family background.
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