Characters
Who is the main character of the story?
Ted
Name an event that happened early in the story.
Ted tells his mother how he will survive while living in the fort.
What is the main theme of the story?
finding joy in the simple things
What is the definition of "communion"?
the sharing or exchanging of intimate thoughts and feelings, especially when the exchange is on a mental or spiritual level.
What is Ted building?
a fort
What is Ted's mother's name?
Vida
Describe what event happened second.
Ted builds a tree fort in the forest.
What is mentioned first that Ted and his mother both enjoy?
food
What is the definition of "angular" as it is used in the story?
(of a person or part of their body) lean and having a prominent bone structure.
What is Ted willing to give up to live in his fort?
His mother's food
What is Ted's brother's name?
Jason
What event happens third?
Ted's mother notices Ted has become more cheerful.
What is mentioned second that Ted and his mother both enjoy?
moonlight
What is the definition of "concocted"?
combining various ingredients; create or devise an plan
Ted's stained-glass course and fort design emphasize his-
How long has it been since Ted last saw his father?
About 4 years
What event happens last?
Ted makes stained glass and puts it in his fort.
What is mentioned last that Ted and his mother enjoy?
quail
What is the definition of "meticulous"?
showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise
What is the best example of figurative language in this story, and what type is it?
"He knew how to slither under her, smoothly, like silk." simile