Character Growth
Which adjective was used to describe Flora's father?
Sad & quiet
What does the word "cynic" mean in the context of the story?
Someone who believes human actions are insincere/ fake
How did Mrs. Tickham feel when she realized the squirrel was not dead?
relieved
What is the effect of Mrs. Tickham losing control of the Ulysses 2000X?
The vacuum cleaner sucked up a squirrel
Who is the arch-nemisis of Uylsses?
Describe how Flora's mother change throughout the story?
tried to change Flora bc she was strange- comics, squirrel, no friends
In the end, she realized she just wanted her daughter to be safe and happy
Who visited Flora to see if a squirrel actually got vaccumed up the day before?
How did Flora learn how to perform CPR on Ulysses?
comic books
How do Flora and Uylsses communicate?
Typing poems, head nods
From which point of view is the story written?
third person
How did Flora's cynicism influence her character development throughout the narrative?
Flora was able to build stronger relationships with others.
in the beginning of the story: Flora did not allow herself to love others deeply or to feel hopeful
In the ending of the story: Flora hugged Ulysses and told him that she loved him.
What does Flora think of as she looks at the painting of the giant squid?
William Spiver
How did Ulysses feel after surviving the vacuuming incident?
larger and roomier
What was Flora's mother's reaction to Flora carrying a squirrel into the house?
angry
What contract did Flora agree upon?
To stop reading comics and start reading literature
How did Flora feel when she realized her mother loves her? Why did she feel this way?
Flora felt surprised to hear that her Mother loved her because her Mother never said it or made Flora feel loved and accepted.
How does Flora's feelings towards other characters change in the story? (mom, dad, William, Uylsses)
She develops more love and hope for each, more relationships
How did Ulysses feel after he finished typing what Phyllis dictated?
stuck, like the stone squirrel
What does Flora intend to trade for Ulysses?
Flora's mother's shepherdess lamp
What was wrong with William Spiver? Be specific@
He was temporarily blind, banished from his house
Various characters explore the concept of "normalcy" in the story. What does the author suggest about the nature of normalcy and its impact on individual identity?
Everyone's idea of normalcy is personal and can be freeing or confining.
Flora's mother- Thought Flora was strange, tried to confine her/ control her
The relationship between Flora and Ulysses serves as a central theme in the story. What does their bond reveal about the importance of connection and understanding in overcoming challenges?
Understanding and empathy can empower individuals to face their fears and grow.
Ulysses- Flora told him to "Act!"
Flora- was able to love & hope William, dad, mom, Ulysses
Describe how Ulysses helped Flora grow as a character?
Helped Flora overcome her "cynic" mindset. She became more hopeful and loving.
How did Uylsses help Flora grow and change as a character?
Helped her find courage to make new friends, love more people, and grow in relationship
What was the major conflict in the story? What type of conflict is it? (2 options)
Flora's hope vs Flora's fears (person vs self)
Flora's Mother vs ulysses (person vs person)