Characters
Who is Digory’s closest friend throughout the story?
Polly Plummer.
Where does the story begin and end?
London
What does Uncle Andrew give to Polly that sends her to the Wood between the Worlds?
A yellow ring
Digory stands in front of the Tree of Life, struggling with the temptation to take the apple for his mother, even though Aslan asked him to bring it back for Narnia. This is an example of Man vs...
Man vs. Self
Which theme is illustrated by Digory’s internal conflict over whether to take the apple for his mother or obey Aslan’s instructions?
Temptation and moral choices
What is the name of the evil queen Digory and Polly awaken?
Queen Jadis
What is the name of the dying world where Queen Jadis comes from?
Charn
What does Digory do to bring Queen Jadis back to life?
He rings the bell.
Queen Jadis invades London and begins to cause chaos, showing her desire for power and dominance over everyone in Digory’s world. This is an example of Man vs...
Man vs. Man
What theme does Aslan's creation of Narnia through song represent?
Creation and renewal
Who uses dust from Atlantis to create magic rings?
Uncle Andrew
What magical location connects different worlds through pools of water?
The Wood between the Worlds
What happens when Digory and Polly bring Jadis back to London?
She creates total havoc!
Uncle Andrew uses forbidden magic to transport Digory and Polly to another world, defying the laws and ethical norms of his society. This is an example of Man vs...
Man vs. Society
The destruction of Charn by Queen Jadis when she speaks the Deplorable Word represents which theme?
Destruction
Who does Digory want to save?
His mother
The Garden of Eden
How does Aslan create Narnia?
Aslan creates Narnia by singing it into existence.
Digory and Polly, overwhelmed by the vastness and beauty of the newly created Narnia, watch Aslan bring life to the land with his song.This is an example of Man vs...
Man vs. Nature
CHALLENGE: Which theme is explored through the contrast between Uncle Andrew’s reckless use of magic and Aslan’s responsible and purposeful use of power? (We did not talk about this one today. Make your best guess!)
Responsibility and the use of power
Which character represents God in the story?
Aslan
CHALLENGE: Where does Jadis escape to after eating from the apple tree?
The Wilds of the North (in Narnia)
What does Digory make at the end of the book? (Hint: It relates to the series.)
The wardrobe!
Digory realizes that despite the temptation and fear he faces, his actions will have a lasting impact on the future of Narnia and possibly the fate of his own family. This is an example of Man vs...
Man vs. Fate/God
What theme is reflected in Digory's choice to trust Aslan and complete his mission, even though it’s difficult and doesn’t benefit him personally at first?
Obedience and trust