Bridge to Terabithia, Chapters 5, Grades 8

In Chapter 5 of 'Bridge to Terabithia,' we see Jess and Leslie's friendship continue to flourish, but we also encounter the challenges they face in their daily lives outside of Terabithia. This chapter provides a closer look at their school and family lives, offering a contrast to the freedom and creativity they enjoy in Terabithia. As you read, consider how these external pressures shape their characters and their friendship.

How does Leslie's relationship with her parents differ from Jess's relationship with his family? Provide specific examples from the text.

Describe a challenge Jess faces at school or at home in this chapter. How does he cope with or confront this challenge?

Analyze the impact of the external world on Jess and Leslie's friendship. How do their school and family lives influence their bond and their escapades in Terabithia?

Discuss how Jess and Leslie's friendship provides them with a sense of belonging and understanding that they seem to lack elsewhere. Use evidence from the chapter to support your answer.

Reflect on the role of Terabithia in Jess and Leslie's lives as presented in this chapter. How does it serve as a sanctuary for them, and why is this important?