A Wrinkle in Time, Chapters 2, Grades 6

In Chapter 2 of 'A Wrinkle in Time,' we start to see more of the characters' personalities and the beginning of their adventure. As you read, think about how the characters are reacting to the situations they find themselves in and what this might mean for the story moving forward.

Question 1

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What is Charles Wallace's unique ability, as suggested in Chapter 2? How does this ability affect his interactions with others?

Question 2

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Describe Mrs. Who, Mrs. Whatsit, and Mrs. Which. How do they differ from typical characters, and what role do you think they will play in the story?

Question 3

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How does Meg feel about her father's disappearance, and what does this reveal about her character?

Question 4

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Chapter 2 introduces the concept of the 'Black Thing.' Based on the descriptions given, what do you think the 'Black Thing' represents or symbolizes?

Question 5

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The theme of good versus evil begins to emerge in Chapter 2. How do the characters and setting in this chapter contribute to the development of this theme?

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