Characters
Who is the main character in Birdsong?
Katherena
What is the setting in the story?
A small town, in a place that is far from the city and surrounded by nature.
Connection and forming a relationship with someone helps us to feel a sense of belonging and happiness.
What is the problem at the very beginning of the story? How does the main character feel?
Katherena feeling sad and lonely about moving
What kind of art does Katherena enjoy?
Drawing and Painting
Who is the secondary character in Birdsong?
Agnes
Yes. It is a place that is safe, warm and inviting.
How does Agnes share her culture with Katherna?
She tells stories, shares her experiences, teaches her about art, song and connecting with nature in creative ways
Does Katherena continue to feel alone after she moves?
No, she meets Agnes and feels a strong connection and sense of belonging.
What do Katherena and Agnes cook together?
Soup
Who are additional characters to the story?
The birds
How does the setting change throughout the story?
The 4 Seasons
What does Katherena teach us about listening and learning?
The importance of learning from our elders and hearing all of the knowledge they have to offer.
How do the birds help change Katherena's feelings?
They bring her joy, and connect her to her culture and to Agnes
Where is Katherna moving from?
Her home in the city
What character's point of view is the story told from?
Katherena
Why is the setting of the story important for readers to see and visualize?
The beauty of the forest and fields show what is home for the birds. Connecting animals and humans to the land.
How can stories help to bring people together?
Stories allow for people to learn more about one another and feel connected to them and their experiences.
Does Katherna's feelings change about moving by the end of the story?
Yes. She has learnt to appreciate her new home and surrondings.
What does Agnes like to create?
Things with clay
What is the importance of the birds to the story?
The birds represent the connection between the characters and nature.
Do the seasons changing help the reader to better understand the story?
Yes. This helps the reader to understand the timeline of events in the story.
What do the seasons represent in the story?
Growing and changing, moving in a circular motion. The circle of life and the seasons are connected.
How does Katherena handle the passing of Agnes?
She lays with her, brings her art and sings with her.
What do Katherena's hand temperature symbolize in the story?
They are cold in the beginning, symbolizing nervousness and sadness. By the end, her hands are warm to symbolize how she feels inside.