Setting
This desert town in Arizona is where the Walls family frequently lived during this section.
Blythe, California
Rex believes strongly in teaching his children this survival skill above all else.
self-reliance
Rose Mary prefers this pursuit over traditional parenting.
painting
Jeannette is proud of mastering this skill early in life.
cooking / independence
Hunger is a recurring symbol of this larger problem in the Walls family.
neglect
This Texas town is where Rex works at a bar and the family briefly settles.
Midland, texas
Rex’s drinking problem often leads to this destructive behavior.
violence or recklessness
Rose Mary believes children should be responsible for this basic need themselves.
finding food
Brian often takes on this role within the family.
protector
Fire represents both danger and this positive idea for Jeannette.
self-confidence
This mining town in Nevada becomes one of the Walls family’s homes.
Battle Mountain, Nevada
Rex promises to build this dream home for his family.
the Glass Castle
Rose Mary often reacts to problems with this attitude.
optimism
Lori shows talent and interest in this subject.
art
The parents’ lifestyle shows a conflict between freedom and this.
security
This location is where the children often scavenge for food and supplies.
the garbage dump
Rex frequently loses money due to this habit.
gambling
Rose Mary refuses to take this type of steady job.
a conventional job
The children frequently rely on this strategy to survive.
scavenging?
The children’s independence develops because of this lack.
parental responsibility
This natural feature often represents both freedom and danger for the Walls children.
Rex teaches Jeannette how to do this dangerous activity at a young age.
handling fire / cooking over fire
Rose Mary views hardship as this kind of experience.
an adventure
Maureen is often described as this within the family.
fragile / sensitive
The Glass Castle itself symbolizes hope and this unrealistic dream.
false hope