Characters
Who is the main protagonist of "The Westing Game"?
Turtle Wexler
What is the initial mystery that the characters need to solve?
The mystery of who killed Sam Westing.
What is the name of the building where most of the heirs live?
Sunset Towers
What is the importance of the song "America the Beautiful" in solving the game?
The clues are words from the song, which point to the puzzle's solution.
What does the Westing house symbolize?
Mystery and intrigue.
What is the real identity of Sam Westing?
Windy Windkloppel
Who ultimately solves the Westing Game?
Turtle Wexler
What was inside the coffin with Sam Westing's body?
Grace Wexler's cross neckless.
How many clues are given to each pair?
Four clues.
What theme is explored through the character of Turtle?
The theme of growth and self-discovery.
Which character is known for their love of birdwatching?
Chris Theodorakis
What item does each pair of heirs receive at the beginning of the game?
A set of clues.
Where is the final gathering of all the heirs to solve the puzzle?
The library of the Westing House.
How was the construction of the Sunset Tower a clue to the final answer of the game?
The building faced east instead of west and east is the final clue to finding out Mr. Westing's fourth identity.
How is the theme of identity explored in the book?
Through characters taking on different roles and disguises.
What is the profession of Jake Wexler?
Podiatrist
What is the main twist revealed at the end of the book?
Sam Westing was not murdered; he was alive and disguised as different people.
What city is near Westingtown?
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
What clue did Turtle notice at the dentist office?
She noticed fake teeth that looked the same as Sandy's teeth.
What does the game symbolize in the story?
The complexities of human nature and relationships.
What is Turtles real name?
Tabitha-Ruth Wexler
On what day did Barney Northrup delivers letters to the tenants-to-be of Sunset Towers?
On the Fourth of July.
Why is it ironic that Sandy pretended to die on an oriental rug?
Because Sandy told the children that Mr. Westing's body was rotting on an oriental rug.
Finding out who killed Sam Westing ended up being a what?
A red herring.
Which event symbolizes new beginnings and resolutions for the characters?
The conclusion of the Westing Game and the heirs' newfound understanding of themselves and their relationships.