Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Chapters 26-44

1. Describe the exchange between the Conte and the kids. Do you think that the exchange with the kids went smoothly? Why do you think so? (There are 3 parts to this question.

2. The Isola Segreta isn't supposed to have any inhabitants, yet it looks/sounds as if there were people living on the island. What/who do you think lives on the island? Why do you think that?

3. What are the consequences of Scipio taking a ride on the merry-go-round? (i.e. how will things now be different for him?)

4. Do you think it was a good idea for Scipio to do this? Explain.

5. If you had the chance to change your age, would you? Why or Why not? What age would you want to be? (There are 3 parts to this question)

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Chapter Questions 17-25

1. In chapter 19, the author talks about how Victor would like to “forget everything that’s happened since his 9th birthday.” What do you think happened to make him want to forget?

2. Name one thing Ricio found out about the inside of Ida Spavento’s home. Would her home be an easy or difficult place to rob? Why?

3. Victor has become the new "house guest" at The Stella. What do you think the orphans will do with Victor? What might happen if they let Victor go?