Plot Line
Vocabulary
Edward Tulane- Plot
Edward Tulane- Characters
Journal Responses
100
What is a resolution?
The solution to the conflict or finding out an answer.
100
What is the definition of gruesome?
Causing great horror or terror
100
How and why do adults talk down to Edward. (Hint: This was a journal question!)
How- The adults call him "it" and "thing" instead of by his name, the maid shoved him in an awkward position by the dolls.. etc Why- The adults believe that Edward is just a china rabbit doll and doesn't have any feelings.
100
Who is Pellegrina and how does she feel about Edward?
Pellegrina is Abilene's grandmother. She does not talk down to Edward, however is very disappointed in how he doesn't seem to care for Abilene or anyone for that matter.
100
Is this a proper journal response? Yes or No? Why does Lucy, the dog, find Edward bring him to Bull? because Lucy thinks Edward is a real rabbit that he can eat.
No! *Does not include part of the sentence or a particular example of how we know this is true.
200
What is the climax?
The most exciting part of the story and turning point of the story.
200
What is the definition of exaggerate?
To magnify beyond the limits of truth or to overstate
200
Name 3 of Edward's owners.
Abilene, Nellie/Lawrence, Bull/Lucy
200
Use 2 descriptive words or phrases for each of 3 characters that we met so far. (Placed in the character chart)
Pellegrina, Abilene, Lawrence, Nellie, Lolly, Bull, Edward
200
Is this a proper journal response? Yes or No? If yes, why is it a good response and if no what does the response have and what does it not have? Why does Lucy, the dog, find Edward and bring him to Bull? Lucy finds Edward and brings him to Bull the dog does this because she thinks Edward is a real rabbit so that she and bull can eat him but Bull says that the best chef can't make the doll into a good meal then bull keeps the rabbit.
No! Does not have punctuation to stop and start an idea.
300
What is the rising action?
a series of events in a plot that build up toward the point of greatest interest
300
Use abundant in a sentence that shows you understand the meaning of the word.
Definition- great quality
300
In the beginning of the story, how does Edward see himself and treat others? Is that similar or different than how he sees himself in the story now?
Beginning- Edward sees himself as an elegant china rabbit that "cuts a fine figure". He believes he deserves love but doesn't return the feeling towards anyone else. Now- Edward is starting to not take offense to the word "it". He appreciates people's kind words and love. He is starting to actually care for others.
300
Who is Ernest?
"King of the garbages!"
300
What are 3 things a journal response needs?
Start with the question Examples Punctuation to start and end an idea Do not use pronouns unless you used the proper noun
400
What is the exposition?
The beginning, characters and setting are revealed.
400
What does distinct mean?
clear and easy to notice
400
Describe, in order, the settings that Edward visited on his journey this far.
Egypt street, Abilene's room and home, the boat, the ocean, the house of the fisherman Lawrence and his wife Nellie, the garbage dump, the country side and train with Bull
400
How are Edward and the princess alike and different?
Alike- They both don't love anyone and then had a consequence. Different- The princess turned into a warthog and Edward got lost. The princess is a girl and Edward is a boy.
400
If you had a journal question, "How does Edward feel about Nellie?" how would you start this entry?
Edward feels _______ for Nellie.
500
Draw the plot line. (Include all parts)
Exposition- rising action- climax- falling action- resolution
500
Use discerning in a sentence that shows that you understand the meaning of the word.
Definition- good judgement or understanding
500
What was the first emotion Edward felt?
Afraid
500
What are all of the names that Edward's owners had called him?
Abilene- Edward Nellie- Susanna Bull- Malone
500
Write a proper journal response that includes all main parts necessary for a journal response. Why do you think Lolly threw Edward in the garbage?
I think Lolly threw Edward away because..... Use examples from story Punctuation to start and end a complete thought Do not use pronouns until after you mentioned WHO
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