Vocabulary
This is a short introduction at the beginning of a book where the author explains its purpose or background.
What is a preface?
Who is the original author of Pilgrim’s Progress?
John Bunyan
True or False: John Bunyan was highly educated and spent much of his time reading.
False. He had almost no education and didn't read much.
Where did Schmidt find the copy of Pilgrim's Progress that inspired this retelling?
He found it in a small house in the Catskill Mountains, in New York, in a basement.
A person who journeys to a special or meaningful place for religious or personal reasons is called this.
What is a pilgrim?
Who is retelling his version of the story in this book?
Gary D. Schmidt
At what age did Bunyan become a Christian?
At age 25
What caught Schmidt's eye about the copy of Pilgrim's Progress?
Its gilt lettering flashed in the light.
When an object, character, or event represents a deeper meaning or idea, it is called this.
What is symbolism?
What year was the original Pilgrim's Progress written?
1675
How long was Bunyan in jail for preaching against the Church of England?
He was in jail for 12 years.
Schmidt describes “Pilgrim’s Progress” as Bunyan’s _____.
This type of story uses characters and events to represent bigger ideas, often about morals or life lessons.
What is an allegory?
This word can describe someone who works with metal items, especially repairing pots and pans.
What is a tinker?