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What does the word 'agenda' mean?
What does the word 'agenda' mean?
- Plan of action; purpose (correct)
- A journal
- A social gathering
- An official document
What does 'distinct' mean?
What does 'distinct' mean?
Clearly different; clearly noticed
What does 'abandon' mean?
What does 'abandon' mean?
To leave behind
What does 'conceive' mean?
What does 'conceive' mean?
What does 'pumped' mean in the context of Sal being excited?
What does 'pumped' mean in the context of Sal being excited?
What does Mrs. Winterbottom's blackberry pie remind Sal of?
What does Mrs. Winterbottom's blackberry pie remind Sal of?
What does 'awful' mean in relation to Phoebe's theory about Mrs. Cadaver's husband?
What does 'awful' mean in relation to Phoebe's theory about Mrs. Cadaver's husband?
What does the figurative language 'a damsel in distress' mean?
What does the figurative language 'a damsel in distress' mean?
Did Gramps help the woman at the rest stop with her broken car?
Did Gramps help the woman at the rest stop with her broken car?
How many people are in Phoebe's family?
How many people are in Phoebe's family?
Whom does the Winterbottom family remind Sal of?
Whom does the Winterbottom family remind Sal of?
What character trait describes Mr. Winterbottom?
What character trait describes Mr. Winterbottom?
Is Mrs. Winterbottom a happy homemaker from Sal's point of view?
Is Mrs. Winterbottom a happy homemaker from Sal's point of view?
What does 'prim and proper' mean in relation to Prudence Winterbottom?
What does 'prim and proper' mean in relation to Prudence Winterbottom?
What does Sal tell Phoebe about Mr. Cadaver?
What does Sal tell Phoebe about Mr. Cadaver?
Who was Sal's role model?
Who was Sal's role model?
Whose footsteps are Gramps and Gram recreating on their trip?
Whose footsteps are Gramps and Gram recreating on their trip?
Why does Phoebe go around the house to make sure all the doors and windows are locked?
Why does Phoebe go around the house to make sure all the doors and windows are locked?
What does the word 'lunatic' mean?
What does the word 'lunatic' mean?
What is the capital of Idaho?
What is the capital of Idaho?
What is the capital of Kentucky?
What is the capital of Kentucky?
What is the capital of Ohio?
What is the capital of Ohio?
What is the capital of Wyoming?
What is the capital of Wyoming?
What is the capital of Wisconsin?
What is the capital of Wisconsin?
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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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