Characters
Who is the protagonist?
Carole
Where is this story taken place?
How does Carole react when the couple won't stop questioning her about her race?
Gets angry and upset
This theme is shown when Carole is asked about her background and must respond.
Identity
Where and when a story takes place
Setting
Who are the antagonists?
Mr. & Mrs. Norton
Which part of the plane does Carole sit in?
The window seat.
What type of questions do Mr and Mrs Norton ask Carole as the flight progresses?
About her race
The story shows how people are treated differently because of this social issue.
Racism or Prejudice
A set idea that people have about what someone or something is like, especially an idea that is wrong.
Stereotype
What's approximately Carole's age?
9
As Carole gets asked rude questions by the couple, and the setting impacts her thinking, what kind of feeling might the reader feel?
Tension
What is Carole doing when she first sits down on the plane, how does this set the tone for her character.
Sitting quietly with her doll
Carole stays calm and thoughtful even when the couple is rude; this teaches the reader what lesson?
Courage
A method that the author uses to tell a story. e.g. dialogue, first, second and third person narration, & flashbacks
Narrative technique
Who is Carole travelling with?
No one
How might the passengers feel as they hear the commotion? When Carole yells at the couple to leave her alone (a way to escape confrontation)
Awkward / Confused / Curious
How do the passengers respond to the couples behaviour and Carole's reaction? Make an assumption...
Disapproving and staring
By thinking about her responses and controlling her feelings, Carole shows this skill of understanding herself.
Self-awareness
A struggle or problem between forces that creates tension and moves the story forward
Conflict
What is the name of Carole's Doll?
Amy
What mood/feeling would Carole experience when being pestered by the couple? Applying factors like the setting and inner monologue.
Claustrophobia / Suffocation
Does Carole gain insight throughout the story?
Yes (she gains awareness)
The story teaches that dealing with difficult or unfair situations requires this combination of patience and careful thought.
Emotional maturity or Self-control
The inner stream of thoughts and conversations that occurs in a person's mind.
Internal monologue