Themes
What theme did Mole show?
Friendship
setting
when and where a story takes place
backwater
a peaceful body of water connected to a river but with almost no movement
imprisoned
put in jail
what is the title of the book we read?
The wind in the willows
What theme did Mr. Badger show?
Hospitality
personification
animals are given human characteristics
dejected
depressed; unhappy, sometimes because one feels lonely or left out
fortune
luck
where did the Wind in the Willows take place?
the English countryside
How did Toad show irresponsibility?
He stole a car, he escaped jail
dialogue
when characters are talking to each other in the story
conceited
having a high opinion of yourself; thinking you are the best
revenge
the act of "getting back" at someone for something harmful or unpleasant done to them
Name 5 characters in the Wind in the Willows
Mole, Rat, Toad,. Mr. Badger, and Otter
When did Mole and Rat show freindship?
when Mole offers to pack a picnic
theme
a broad idea that occurs over and over again the the story
perceive
to notice something through the senses; to interpret something in a particular way
sentries
people who guard an entrance or stand watch
Who wrote the Wind in the Willows? What is the author's name?
Kenneth Grahame
Give two examples of responsibility
They brought coats when they went out into the woods because it was winter.
Rat brought protection with him into the woods.
perspective
how a character sees or perceives an event in the text
interferes
gets in the way and prevents something from working smoothly
distress
great difficulty, sadness or pain
What are the four countries that make up the United Kingdom?
Scotland, England, Wales, and Northern Ireland