Characters & Creatures
Who is the main human character featured in Chapter 9?
Edmund
Where does Edmund go at the beginning of Chapter 9?
Why does Edmund go to the Witch’s house?
To tell the Witch about his siblings being in Narnia.
What does the Witch ask Edmund about his siblings?
Where they are and when they will come to her
What theme is clearly shown by Edmund’s behavior in this chapter?
Betrayal
Which villain’s home does Edmund enter in this chapter?
The White Witch
What is unusual about the creatures Edmund sees outside the Witch’s house?
They're made of stone.
What does Edmund hope to gain by helping the Witch? (provide TWO answers)
Power, importance, being made king, or Turkish delight.
How does the Witch react when she learns the children are not with Edmund?
She becomes angry.
What theme is shown through the Witch turning creatures to stone?
Abuse of power or cruelty
What type of creature is the Witch’s servant who first speaks to Edmund inside the house?
A dwarf.
What does the courtyard full of stone statues suggest about the Witch’s power?
She turns her enemies into stone.
How does Edmund feel when he first arrives at the Witch’s house?
Nervous, scared, or unsure
What does the Witch do to the dwarf when she is displeased?
She turns him into stone.
How does Chapter 9 help build suspense in the story?
It shows danger and hints at serious consequences for the characters.
What magical creature made of stone comes to life in the Witch’s courtyard?
A stone giant (or giant statue)
Where does the Witch keep her wand?
In her hand, always on her!
What mistake does Edmund realize he may have made during this chapter?
Trusting the White Witch
What does the Witch’s punishment of the dwarf reveal about her personality?
She is cruel and unforgiving.
She likes to be in control.
What lesson can readers learn from Edmund’s choices in this chapter?
Selfish choices can lead to serious trouble
Name one type of stone creature Edmund sees in the courtyard besides the giant.
Lions, fauns, wolves, or other creatures.
Why is the Witch’s house described as frightening or intimidating?
It is full of stone victims, silence, and signs of cruelty.
How does Edmund’s behavior in this chapter show his character flaws?
He is selfish, greedy, and willing to betray his siblings
How does the Witch manipulate Edmund during this chapter?
By using fear, promises, and threats to control him.
Why is Chapter 9 important to the overall story of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe?
It shows the Witch’s true evil and Edmund’s role in helping her. It reveals that Edmund has had a change of heart or mind (perhaps leading to character change).